No fluctuance

What does "No fluctuance" 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

"No fluctuance" is a term used in medicine to describe a condition where there is no movement or wave-like motion when an area of the body, often a lump or swelling, is touched or pressed. This usually indicates that the area is solid or filled with tissue, rather than liquid or pus. In other words, if a doctor says there is "no fluctuance", it means that the lump or swelling is firm and does not move or change shape when touched.

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