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What kind of fluid is it?

The fluid around Saka's thigh muscle is likely swelling and inflammation, a natural response to injury. This fluid can obscure the extent of the damage on scans, making it difficult for doctors to accurately assess the injury and plan treatment. More scans are needed to get a clearer picture once the swelling reduces.

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What is inflammation? How do scans see fluid? What happens if swelling doesn't go down?

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