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I wrecked on my bike and i'm pretty sure i have bursitis in my elbow. how long does it last?
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Where is located at/: It could be you have develop the so called olecranon bursa.If it is small and not inflamed could reabsorb, however in many cases need drainage and corticosteroid injections and occasionally surgical removal.
Answered 9/7/2018
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