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Why are you more likely to get bursitis again?

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Dr. Jeffrey Sider answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Possibley: You may have an underlying problem or activity which may predispose to this type of problem if you have 2 or 3 episodes i would get a good exam of the affected area to determine the cause for your problem.

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Answered 3/2/2016

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