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If you press your finger on your skin, leg and the deep round indentation remains for a while, what does it imply.

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Dr. Roberta Beals answered

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Edema: Edema is a condition of fluid retention in the skin and soft tissues. There are many causes. Please seak a medical consultation.

Answered 8/24/2015

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A member asked:

If you press your finger on your skin, leg and the deep round indentation remains for a while, what does it imply.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Roberta Beals answered

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