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I have pain on the outside & topside of my right elbow. when i move it, it is painful & some pain goes down my forearm. would you have any idea what could cause this pain?

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Tendinitis: Likely you have an extensor tendinitis, AKA, "tennis elbow". This might respond to a cortisone injection. Physical therapy or occupational therapy would improve. Discuss with your doctor, and get examined as this could be a problem with epicondylar bursitis.

Answered 1/17/2021

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A member asked:

I have pain on the outside & topside of my right elbow. when i move it, it is painful & some pain goes down my forearm. would you have any idea what could cause this pain?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

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