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A member asked:
Can i get my bursitis drained or does that not help
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Depends: We try not to drain it as often the fluid will return worse than before. If it is full of blood often our hand is twisted to remove it to prevent ossification
Answered 3/15/2021
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Yes: Usually not needed there is a chance of infection and recurrence.
Answered 9/30/2018
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