Meaning & use
Fluctuance
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In medicine, a wave-like sensation felt when pressing on a fluid-filled swelling, indicating the presence of pus, blood, or other fluid beneath the skin.
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The doctor noted fluctuance in the abscess, suggesting it was ready to be drained.
On examination, the swelling showed clear fluctuance, confirming a fluid collection.
A note on using this word
A key clinical sign used to distinguish a fluid-filled abscess from a solid mass like a tumor or cyst.
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fluctuation (clinical)
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