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Question: I have a tiny hole in my left elbow that is leaking clear fluid I had trauma from a fall about 2 1/2 weeks ago I SiAGO for about a week it was sore last week and a half and when I bend my arm it leaks fluid out my left elbow clear fluid it seems to have a little bit of fat in it or something oily I guess
Brief Answer:
Bursitis
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.
considering your description it seems like there is traumatic bursitis which means that bursa is inflamed and fluids collections exist. This is sometimes self limiting,you need to rest,apply ice and elastic compress. However,if this persist so long it may not heal spontaneously so you may need surgical drainage by incision or punction so surgical consultation is required if it persist for one week more. Wish you good health. Regards
Bursitis
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.
considering your description it seems like there is traumatic bursitis which means that bursa is inflamed and fluids collections exist. This is sometimes self limiting,you need to rest,apply ice and elastic compress. However,if this persist so long it may not heal spontaneously so you may need surgical drainage by incision or punction so surgical consultation is required if it persist for one week more. Wish you good health. Regards
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