A member asked:

How do i explain to my daughter what it means to have fluid accumulation in the skin?

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Edema/swelling: There can be many causes of fluid accumulation (or edema). Can be caused by infection, inflammation, bug bite, preexisting skin disease, allergic reaction, drug reaction, trauma/injury, surgery, sunburn, poor circulation. Usually the area of edema looks swollen and sometimes tender.

Answered 1/8/2019

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