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I ended up getting a pain in my elbow that had swelling and was warm to the touch. I am currently icing it, taking ibroprufen, and using compression. After 3 days, the pain definitely has gone down, but the swelling has seemed to increase slightly. Any ideas of what it could be?
Mon, 6 Feb 2017
Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist, Jenis Bhalavat's Response
hello, The swelling and pain on the elbow suggest olecranon bursitis(inflammation of olecranon Bursa present in the back of elbow). The causes are repeated trauma(even if it's mild)on the elbow, exerting over pressure on elbow as in while writing,sepsis, arthritis and repeated elbow movements. You need an X-ray to confirm the diagnosis and a blood test to confirm the cause(in case of sepsis) As a part of treatment you are doing it right(RICE),and depending upon the blood test you need to take appropriate antibiotics,so,it would be good if you visit a physician for the prescription. Post treatment you need to protect you elbow from repeated trauma to prevent reoccurrence. Hope this helps you thank you
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Why There Is Swelling On My Elbow?
hello, The swelling and pain on the elbow suggest olecranon bursitis(inflammation of olecranon Bursa present in the back of elbow). The causes are repeated trauma(even if it s mild)on the elbow, exerting over pressure on elbow as in while writing,sepsis, arthritis and repeated elbow movements. You need an X-ray to confirm the diagnosis and a blood test to confirm the cause(in case of sepsis) As a part of treatment you are doing it right(RICE),and depending upon the blood test you need to take appropriate antibiotics,so,it would be good if you visit a physician for the prescription. Post treatment you need to protect you elbow from repeated trauma to prevent reoccurrence. Hope this helps you thank you