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Swelling is the enlargement of organs, skin, or other body parts. It is caused by build up of fluid in the tissues. The extra fluid can lead to a rapid increase in weight over a short period of time (days to weeks. Swelling can occur throughout the body (generalized) or only in a specific part of the body (localized. See also: Ankle, feet, and leg swelling; Angioedema; Swollen gums; Swollen glands; Facial swelling; Swelling in the abdomen; Breast enlargement; Scrotal swelling; Joint swelling.
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