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What Causes Swelling And Tenderness In The Elbow After A Fall?
Question: Fell two weeks ago and enjured elbow, bandaged what appeared minor wound, but now elbow swolen and very tender. Any good treatment?
Brief Answer:
Infection and/or fracture
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query, albeit short and specific.
Noted the history and understood your concerns.
It appears from your history that the minor wound might have given way to the infection causing the pain and swelling.
In such a condition you need a prescription based broad spectrum antibiotic.
And X-ray of the elbow to rule out any fracture.
Give rest to the elbow.
Apply Liquid Povidone Iodine locally to the affected area to keep the area sterile.
I hope this answer helps you.
Please feel free to ask for further relevant queries if you feel that there is a gap of communication.
Infection and/or fracture
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query, albeit short and specific.
Noted the history and understood your concerns.
It appears from your history that the minor wound might have given way to the infection causing the pain and swelling.
In such a condition you need a prescription based broad spectrum antibiotic.
And X-ray of the elbow to rule out any fracture.
Give rest to the elbow.
Apply Liquid Povidone Iodine locally to the affected area to keep the area sterile.
I hope this answer helps you.
Please feel free to ask for further relevant queries if you feel that there is a gap of communication.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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