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Mother of my baby has bursitis. what does this mean for future?

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Depends on location: Bursitis is inflammation of a fluid-filled sac around joint. It usually is a temporary condition, associated with an injury, overuse activities and (rarely) infection. It can be treated with rest, cortisone/steroid injections, anti-inflammatories, rehab. Exercises, icing, etc. Your question implies that the patient may be pregnant. Treatment options must be customized to avoid harm to the fetus.

Answered 7/20/2012

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Dr. Allen Lu answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Various: It depends on where the bursitis is. Bursitis means there is inflammation around a part of the body that moves a lot. The inflammation causes pain. Bursitis occurs in the bursa, which is a small collection of fluid that the body makes to lubricate an area that moves a lot (kind of like motor oil). There are bursae in the shoulder, knee, hip, hands, shoulder blades (anywhere with a lot of movement).

Answered 2/23/2013

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