Bursitis

1. PRESENTED BY,
Mrs. Rijo Lijo
Lecturer.
BURSITIS

2.  Bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa.

3.  Elbow.
 Shoulder.
 Knee.
 Hip.

4.  Infections.
 Age.
 Gout.
 Rheumatic arthritis.
 Diabetes.
 Obesity.

5. Due to etiological factors.
Infection and inflammation.
Pain and swelling.

6.  Pain.
 Fever.
 Edema.
 Tenderness.
 Trouble moving the joints.

7.  History collection.
 Physical examination.
 X- ray shows calcified bursa.
 Biopsy : to rule out the causes.

8.  MEDICAL MANAGEMENT:
 Salicylates or NSAIDS
e.g. : ibuprofen, Aspirin.
 Corticosteroids :
e.g.: prednisone

9.  Proper rest.
 Ice compress.
 Educate the proper intake of medications.
 Educate the patient to reduce body weight.