Bursitis (ber-SY-tis) at Medical Drugs Glossary

What is Bursitis (ber-SY-tis)? Inflammation (swelling, pain, and warmth) of a bursa. A bursa is a flat, fluid-filled sac found between a bone and a tendon or muscle. It forms a cushion to help the tendon or muscle slide smoothly over the bone. Bursitis may be caused by long-term overus

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