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Bursitis |
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Bursitis is a medical condition in which the painful inflammation of the bursa (flat sac consisting of synovial fluids) that facilitates the normal moving of some muscles and joints and reduces friction occurs. Bursa is located at the site of friction, commonly where muscles or tendons pass over the bone. Bursas usually contain very little amount of fluid, but if injected, they become inflamed and can fill with fluid. Bursitis may be resulted from gout, chronic overuse, infection, injury, rheumatoid arthritis, and pseudogout; frequently, the cause isn’t known. Bursitis in the shoulder, knees, pelvis, toes, hips, and elbows generally become inflamed. Bursitis results in pain and limits the movement, but the symptoms are based on location of the inflamed bursas. Acute bursitis appears suddenly. The inflamed part is painful when touched or moved. The skin over the bursa close to the surface, such as near the elbow or knee may appear swollen and red. Acute bursitis is resulted from gout or infections that are usually painful and affected parts are red and feel warm when touched. Chronic bursitis can be caused by prior bouts of acute bursitis or recurred injuries. The bursa’s walls thicken, and abnormal material with chalky, solid deposits of calcium can accumulate in them. Damaged bursa is susceptible to additional inflammations when subjected to strains or unusual exercises. Swelling and prolonged pain may limit the movements resulting in atrophy and weakening. Chronic bursitis attacks can last several days to several weeks and often recur. A physician suspects bursitis if the areas around the bursas are sore when touched and certain movements are painful. Infected bursa should be drained and antibiotics are prescribed as well. Non infectious acute bursitis is generally treated with temporary immobilization of damaged joints, resting and drugs such as Naproxen, Ibuprofen, and Indomethacin. Sometimes stronger analgesics are required. A mixture of corticosteroids and local anesthetic may be injected into the bursas. Individuals with severe bursitis can be given a corticosteroid, such as prednisone by mouth for several days. Chronic bursitis is treated similar to severe bursitis. This condition often repeats if the underlying causes aren’t corrected.
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Disease Conditions > B
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| Date Submitted |
09-Nov-2005
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