Medical Question about training

[Oliver]

Hey people,

Have any of you ever had staph before?

Not sure if this is a case of it or not, but anyone who's had it or any of you with medical training, be really appreciative of advice.

On the elbow, feels warm to the touch and hurts like hell, especially when pressuring it, but even hurts without touching. Don't have a fever. But do feel weaker working out.

Have already asked Professor Google but as always that's the scariest shit to do, you always close your laptop afterwards thinking you're gonna die.

 

Edited April 12, 2020 by Oliver

[Snack Payback]

Whatever it is, it's infected and inflamed. Keep putting antiseptic cream on it, but if it doesn't improve or starts getting worse then better to get yourself to a doctor (if that's possible at the moment).  Probably worth pointing out I have no medical training by the way, beyond some first aid courses 

 

 

[AndyMaBobs]

Fella don't take a risk. If you're not sure of something go to a doctor.

[EderLA]

On 4/12/2020 at 8:39 AM, Snack Payback said:

Whatever it is, it's infected and inflamed. Keep putting antiseptic cream on it, but if it doesn't improve or starts getting worse then better to get yourself to a doctor (if that's possible at the moment).  Probably worth pointing out I have no medical training by the way, beyond some first aid courses 

 

 

I agree with SP if the home remedies don't work you might have to get it checked out by a medical professional. I totally understand why you're on the forum asking for advice though, with the COVID19 situation it's a little worrisome going to the doctor right now. I wonder if there's any other online medical websites you can try to inquire about your situation. I wish you the best of luck and I hope your elbow starts healing soon.

[Oliver]

Thanks everyone

Am at the doc now in waiting room. A jiujitsu friend told me I could die or lose a limb, so shit my pants and ran to the hospital.

His best bit was, "Look...I'm not trying scare you, but......"

 

[AndyMaBobs]

On 4/14/2020 at 6:59 AM, Oliver said:

Thanks everyone

Am at the doc now in waiting room. A jiujitsu friend told me I could die or lose a limb, so shit my pants and ran to the hospital.

His best bit was, "Look...I'm not trying scare you, but......"

 

Did you get the answers you needed?

[Sylvie von Duuglas-Ittu]

That looks very much like Staph. Allow it to get air (don't keep a bandaid on it when you're not training) and keep it dry. Warm compresses will help get all the gunk out, but don't squeeze it. Ever.

[Oliver]

Thank you everyone! Feeling better already

Yeah should be fine now. Went to the hospital, the doc injected something right into the elbow joint, then scalpel cut it open to drain out the gunk. Bandaged up, and got given a week's worth of antibiotics.

Most shocking part of the whole episode? Was getting back to the gym, and the old man owner asked where I went. Told him, and he laughed right in my face.

Like, "Ohhh Ong Li you go hospital?? Spend money?? Why? Hahaha you talk to me first, have pill for you. No need doctor, no need cut".