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How to tell if i have bursitis or not?
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Clinical exam: Can often suggest this diagnosis without the need for other tests. Mri and ultrasound can both be used for further investigation.
Answered 2/25/2014
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You probably can't: You can't unless you know locations of bursae and are tender over those location. You are better off seeing a doctor for a more definitive answer.
Answered 12/19/2013
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