Olecranon bursitis Flashcards
1
Q
Who does it tend to affect?
A
Students
Occupations requiring leaning on the elbow e.g. plumbers or driversW
2
Q
What is the typical presentation
A
Young/middle aged male
Swollen
Warm
Tender
Fluctuant elbow
3
Q
What does a milky fluid from aspiration indicate
A
Gout or pseudo gout
4
Q
What is management?
A
Rest
Ice
Compression
Analgesia
Protecting elbow from pressure or trauma
Aspiration to relieve pressure
Steroid injections where infection has been excluded
