Swelling or fluid accumulation in or around a joint.
From Greek 'arthron' (joint) + 'oedema' (swelling). This medical term combines the joint root with the swelling suffix to describe fluid buildup around joints.
Arthredema after a sports injury means fluid has filled the space around your joint—your body does this to protect and stabilize the injured area, but it also causes stiffness and limits movement while you heal.
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