Moderate elbow effusion

What does "Moderate elbow effusion" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Moderate elbow effusion" refers to a condition where there is a fair amount of extra fluid in the elbow joint. This can happen when the body produces extra fluid in response to injury, illness, or inflammation. It's like when a sponge gets wet and swells up, but in this case, it's the elbow joint that's swelling with fluid.

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