Bursitis Signs and Symptoms

Reddened and inflamed tissues. Bursitis often causes inflammation a couple of days after the injury and initial pain. In the initial stages, Bursitis does not cause too much discomfort, and may only result in a low ache. As this is usually ignored, adequate rest is not given to the joint, and the condition continues to worsen. Ultimately, chronic trauma causes inflammation, and the joint swells visibly.