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Hello i woke up with golf ball size swelling on the outside of my elbow after a night shift is this serious thank you?

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Dr. Ahmed Seman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ruptured Bursa: Most Likely Ruptured Bursa or Bursitis. Use Ice compression, and see your Doctor if you need pain medications or even antibiotics. Sometimes it may require drainage. Most patients recover without any complications. Need to follow up with your doctor. Be Well.

Answered 9/28/2016

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