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Compartment syndrome
A painful and dangerous condition caused by pressure building up from internal bleeding or swelling of tissue.
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Rare
Rare | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
| Preteen6-13 | Very common | ||||
| Teenager14-18 | Very common | ||||
| Young adult19-40 | Very common | ||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 | Common |
How it can usually be treated?
Can be cured with medical treatment
How is it usually diagnosed?
Requires diagnosis by a medical professional
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