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What Are The Symptoms Of Bursitis?
Question: I am not sure if I have bursitis or not. My elbow is very painful enlarged and very hot. Went to doctor because swelling started going down my arm. Was prescribed Cephalexin. I have been taking it since 9/20. It got rid of the swelling going down my arm and I thought my elbow was getting better. I hit it recently and now the pain is back in full force shooting down my arm. Elbow was getting better, now my elbow is swollen and very hot. It has also started peeling. It looks like it has 1/2 of a peeling red ball protruding from my elbow. The skin is very tender where it is peeling. Not sure what to do. Any ideas?
Brief Answer:
Suggestive of an infection.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The hot tender and swollen elbow is suggestive of an infection or hematoma in the area. It can be bursitis with fluid collected inside or an abscess.
If the swelling is gradually increasing then it is best to get the fluid drained. Continue with the antibiotics. You can use a knee brace and give rest to the arm. Doing a hot compress in the area will also help. An MRI scan will help in proper diagnosis.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Suggestive of an infection.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The hot tender and swollen elbow is suggestive of an infection or hematoma in the area. It can be bursitis with fluid collected inside or an abscess.
If the swelling is gradually increasing then it is best to get the fluid drained. Continue with the antibiotics. You can use a knee brace and give rest to the arm. Doing a hot compress in the area will also help. An MRI scan will help in proper diagnosis.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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