M70: Soft tissue disorders related to use, overuse and pressure
M70.3: Other bursitis of elbow
A bursa is a cushion of connective tissue filled with fluid. For example, there is a bursa beneath tendons or between bones and skin. The bursa prevents the tissue from rubbing together. A bursa also enables pressure to be distributed better.
Your inflamed bursa has been caused by over-use or pressure.
An inflamed bursa can be painful. The affected area can swell up and turn red. It may be that the pain makes it harder to move the affected area of your body.
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