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Sent to Health Experts June 08, 2006 4:26 p.m.

I had what looked liked a pimple on my elbow. Three days later my elbow is red, sore swollen and is hot to the touch. Is it an infection?

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June 08, 2006 5:11 p.m. (45 minutes and 11 seconds later)

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Looks like you have Infected Elbow Bursitis. I suggest to you to see a health care provider or go to an Emergency Room for an examination to confirm the diagnosis . In the mean time you can take Advil tablet. To read more please click the link just brlow:

http://orthopedics.about.com/cs/elbow/a/olecranonbursa.htm

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