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Olecranon Bursitis

A condition in which the bursa over the bony prominence at the back of the elbow (the olecranon) becomes inflamed, swollen and painful. Pain is severe when leaning on or pressing the elbow.

Hyo-seop Kim
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Olecranon Bursitis

Q. What is olecranon bursitis?

A.

Inflammation of the bursa at the back of the elbow.

📝 Detailed Answer

Olecranon bursitis: ① inflammation of bursa at elbow tip, ② symptoms: visible swelling, fluid accumulation, may or may not be painful, ③ causes: repeated pressure (leaning on elbows), trauma, infection, gout, ④ X-ray rules out fracture.
Hyo-seop Kim

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Hyo-seop Kim

Chief Director

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