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How To Treat Fluid Filled Lump On Elbow?
I woke up yesterday with a very sore shoulder and thought I had slept on it wrong... but today I have a lump of like fluid I guess on my elbow... the elbow side of my pinky and my arm pain is going from shoulder to elbow area now? Should I be worried?
Tue, 21 Jul 2020
Hi,
Is there any fever? What is the colour of fluid in the lump? This might suggest an insect bite reaction. Usually this will respond to antihistamines and analgesics for few days. I used to give Ibuprofen and Hydroxyzine for such cases. If associated with fever, or not responding in 2-3 days, there is chance of secondary infection requiring antibiotic treatment. Your doctor will guide you.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
Is there any fever? What is the colour of fluid in the lump? This might suggest an insect bite reaction. Usually this will respond to antihistamines and analgesics for few days. I used to give Ibuprofen and Hydroxyzine for such cases. If associated with fever, or not responding in 2-3 days, there is chance of secondary infection requiring antibiotic treatment. Your doctor will guide you.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
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