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I hit, i think my ulna nerve and there's a huge bump and hurts even applying slight pressure. should i go to the doctors?

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Dr. Robert Coats II answered

Likely bursitis.: A large bump on the back of the elbow is usually an olecranon bursitis. Try ice, anti-inflammatories and avoidance of pressure on the bump. If it doesn't show improvement in a few days, see a board certified orthopaedic surgeon for evaluation and treatment.

Answered 8/8/2013

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A member asked:

I hit, i think my ulna nerve and there's a huge bump and hurts even applying slight pressure. should i go to the doctors?

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Dr. Robert Coats II answered

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