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Suggest Treatment For Swelling In Elbows And Forearms
I have been athletic for a number of years but the last 6 months I have not had much physical activity due to tennis elbow in my right arm. My arm was feeling a little better so I decided to join a CrossFit gym. I did a heavy workout on my biceps and triceps. My arms were so sore after the exercise that I could not dry off my face with a towel. My arms were extremely sore for 4 days and after 2 days of the exercise I started noticing swelling in my triceps. I worked out again 5 days later hoping that it would make things better and later that evening I noticed the swelling moving to my elbows. It is more drastic on my right elbow where I had the tennis elbow problem. I have much more flexibility in my biceps and triceps now but my elbows and forearms have swelling. Do I need to see a doctor? I have been taking 800 mg of advil 3 times a day to help with the swelling. I have been placing ice packs on my arms. I am 34 years old and weigh 127 pounds. Please help
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Your symptoms seem to be related to tennis elbow problem. Tennis elbow is a condition that causes pain around the outside of the elbow. It often occurs after strenuous overuse of the muscles and tendons of the forearm, near the elbow joint. I suggest to rest and avoid activities that can trigger the symptoms. I also suggest cold compresses for local application. I recommend to use anti inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen to relieve the pain. If the symptoms continue, I suggest to see an orthopedist.
Hope my answer was helpful.
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Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Swelling In Elbows And Forearms
Hello, I read carefully your query and understand your concern. Your symptoms seem to be related to tennis elbow problem. Tennis elbow is a condition that causes pain around the outside of the elbow. It often occurs after strenuous overuse of the muscles and tendons of the forearm, near the elbow joint. I suggest to rest and avoid activities that can trigger the symptoms. I also suggest cold compresses for local application. I recommend to use anti inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen to relieve the pain. If the symptoms continue, I suggest to see an orthopedist. Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again. Kind regards! Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician