Key points Test your knowledge about olecranon bursitis: Is it dangerous to wait and see if the bump on your elbow resolves? Yes Incorrect. Olecranon bursitis without infection is harmless and the fluid will go away over several months. No Correct. Olecranon bursitis without infection is harmless and the fluid will go away over several months. If I have olecranon bursitis, I cannot do my regular daily activities. Yes Incorrect. It looks and feels strange, but it is harmless and you can stick to your routine. No Correct. It looks and feels strange, but it is harmless and you can stick to your routine. The fluid won’t go away unless the surgeon takes it out with a needle. Yes Incorrect. The fluid goes down with time even if you do nothing. No Correct. The fluid goes down with time even if you do nothing. Surgery is common for olecranon bursitis. Yes Incorrect. This problem is just a nuisance, most people don’t choose to have surgery. No Correct. This problem is just a nuisance, most people don’t choose to have surgery. Questions? × Help Heeft u hulp nodig bij het invullen van de keuzehulp? Of heeft u vragen over de keuzehulp? Bekijk hier het overzicht van veel gestelde vragen of neem contact op met het CZ Zorgteam: 013 594 9110. Notes × Notes Previous Next
