Glossary

Bursitis

Bursitis

Also: Schleimbeutelentzündung

Bursitis is the inflammation of a bursa, a small fluid-filled cushion at a joint. It shows itself through pain, swelling and warmth, frequently at the elbow, shoulder or knee.

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