Thursday 27 December 2012

Olecranon bursitis

Olecranon bursitis on left elbow. Cause of bursitis: Unknown--- it developed suddenly( although there was some dermatitis on the elbow area previously.) This could have caused the inflammation.
The olecranon bursitis seems to be improving. A few days ago, the swelling was rather large (tender and reddish around the area) It seems to increase in size if pressure is applied.
Attempted aspiration of the bursa. I think it's just blood and not infected.

Today: It's now pea sized and hopefully will dissolve. Pain has disappeared and so has the swelling. 

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