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Suggest Treatment For Stabbing Elbow Pain
Hello my name is Amanda. I am having stabbing pain right above my elbow in my left arm. I am currently on my period and have no other symptoms. The pain comes and gos and after my arm feels kind of heavy. I am 23 years old with 2 little ones i had cesarean. I am also very over weight. I have been under more stress since becoming a stay at home mom of 2. Any suggestions on what it could be or what i should do?
Tue, 23 Feb 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have stabbing elbow pain. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like septic arthritis , osteoarthritis , carpal tunnel syndrome , tennis elbow , psoriatic arthritis , septic arthritis , torn ligament or tendon . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor will examine physically , take history and order CT scan , blood test or urine test . Doctor may prescribe allopurinol , methotrexate , muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory along with recommend physical therapy . For now apply warm compresses , keep it elevated while sleeping , take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and give your arm proper rest . In severe cases Steroid injection or surgery can be advised .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have stabbing elbow pain. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like septic arthritis , osteoarthritis , carpal tunnel syndrome , tennis elbow , psoriatic arthritis , septic arthritis , torn ligament or tendon . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor will examine physically , take history and order CT scan , blood test or urine test . Doctor may prescribe allopurinol , methotrexate , muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory along with recommend physical therapy . For now apply warm compresses , keep it elevated while sleeping , take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and give your arm proper rest . In severe cases Steroid injection or surgery can be advised .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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