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Treatment of Bursitis

The condition may settle if the cause is removed, and the area rested.  Ice packs (or a bag of frozen peas) applied to the area may also help, especially to reduce swelling.

A doctor may prescribe a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as ibuprofen to reduce swelling and prevent further inflammation.

Occasionally, fluid may have to be drained from the bursitis, and an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid injection given.

Sometimes a bursa may have to be surgically removed, for example in the case of a severe bunion, the bony protrusion is taken off and the toe joint realigned.

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