For those who have had similar injuries, how long did it take to get better?

I visited my clinic, because there is a big lump still on my forearm, near my elbow. I bumped it the other day, and it was very tender, so I visited my clinic. The PA had no idea what is going on, there is a bit of warmth, so evidently there is inflammation. There is a lot of fluid, but there are other areas where the tissue is hard. There is still some bruising discoloration, but not too bad. This is near my joint, but not on it.

She wants me to go for X-rays, because she is concerned that there is a fracture. She said that elbows are funky. Personally, I really think it is soft tissue. Everything about my arm seems to be working alright, except for localized pain and numbness. in this swollen area, and occasionally, a vague dull ache, kind of like a toothache radiating down my arm. This pain was present initially, and is rare now.

I am not happy with this. If she were looking for something in particular, I wouldn't mind going for tests. But I have the impression that she doesn't know what to do, and so she wants to rule out a fracture.

I have been tempted to wear a light compression bandage, and see if that will help my body to reabsorb the fluid. She said no, but that I could try cold compresses, if I wish.

Nothing is getting worse, but I am not noticing any improvement. I thought I would ask here, because I expect someone has had a similar injury.

Thanks,
Mary