10 Dislocated Elbow Symptoms
Symptom #2: Swelling
Swelling around the elbow after a fall or a serious blow is another sign of a dislocated elbow. Dislocation causes joint instability, which affects the elbow bones, ligaments, blood vessels, and nerves. It may also cause injury in these tissues. Injury can cause leakage of blood, synovial fluid, and other body fluids, and their collection in the tissues within the elbow. This leads to inflammation as the body’s immune system works to protect the body from further damage.
Because of the inflammation and collection of body fluid, swelling will usually occur around the elbow joint. If you suspect you or a loved one has dislocated an elbow, seek medical care promptly. This will make it easier for the doctor to examine and treat the elbow.
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