The dr took off the dressing and the ace bandage finally and put a band aide on it to let it drain more. My question is, why is my elbow area swollen. It was not swollen originally. The cut has stopped draining today and each day I get more range of motion, but I am worried about the swelling. I have another dr appt on Tues and I will def ask about it then, but I was hoping one of you were a dr or nurse and could give me some insight. Originally I thought it was because the ace bandage was tight but now that is it off there is still some swelling. Could the scalple cut (aka minor surgery) be the reason? Just curious. THANKS
2007-02-25 09:34:09 · 3 answers · asked by H 3 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
I'm a nurse. Yes it is due to the incision site. I wouldn't worry it will soon go down. In the meantime take ibuprofen it reduces swelling. I hope this answers your question, take care.
2007-02-25 09:39:55 · answer #1 · answered by nursey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This sounds like it could possibly have been bursitis. I had a bf with this and his doc told him it could reoccur if the site was aggravated. If the swelling comes back like prior to incision, go back to the doc, this can eventually effect mobility.
2007-02-25 17:46:42 · answer #2 · answered by boxersgirlbunny 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sorry, i was totally unable to read your post. it was too disgusting a read.
2007-02-25 17:42:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋