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Suggest Remedies For Swelling And Fluid Deposition In Bursae
I injured the bersae in my elbo on a weight machine at the gym…my bersae is inflamed, but not infected, yet fluid filled and aggravating. It s been two weeks or more. Will the fluid dissipate on its own or should I be more proactive and get it checked out and fluid drawn?
hi Either way , it can be treated with aspiration or excision if it refils after aspiration or pains again.suitable coverage with antibiotics may be needed. try to rest elbow in a sling. best wishes
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Suggest Remedies For Swelling And Fluid Deposition In Bursae
hi Either way , it can be treated with aspiration or excision if it refils after aspiration or pains again.suitable coverage with antibiotics may be needed. try to rest elbow in a sling. best wishes