“I have soreness and swelling in my elbow. Should I visit a rheumatologist?”
I have been noticing some soreness and swelling in my elbow. It feels stiff when I wake up and after I exercise. Would you suggest I should see a rheumatologist to understand my condition better?
3 Answers
I suspect you have Olecranon Bursitis
This can be managed in primary care
This can be managed in primary care
Yes.
Yes. Not to be too trite, but after discussing with your primary care provider, a visit to rheumatologist would be appropriate. Rheumatologists specialize in joint problems.
