Swollen ankles can result from standing or sitting too long or can signal an underlying condition. Explore common causes, ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: My brother is 74 and has edema in his legs and feet. He doesn’t exercise; he basically just sleeps and plays games on his computer. His bedroom is upstairs, and he struggles going up ...

Pedal oedema, the abnormal swelling of feet and ankles, signals underlying conditions like heart failure, liver cirrhosis, ...

Dr Aziza Sesay has explained what causes the swelling, the common symptoms, and when it ss time to see a GP for medical advice ...

Ankle swelling, often overlooked, can signal serious underlying health issues like heart, kidney, or liver problems, or ...

If you’ve ever enjoyed a delicious meal only to notice your feet swelling after eating, it’s natural to wonder what could be causing it. Are there foods that cause swelling in the feet and ankles?

Your belly is not the only body part that swells during pregnancy. Learn more about what causes swelling in pregnancy and when it might indicate a problem. You're expecting your midsection to expand ...

High altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) is a serious lung condition that may develop when you’re at high altitudes. Pulmonary edema is when fluid builds up in your lungs. In the case of HAPE, lower ...

Malar edema, the collection of fluid below the infraorbital rim and over the malar eminence, presents a unique challenge to ...

Dr. Keith Roach is a physician at Weill Cornell Medical College and New York Presbyterian Hospital. He writes an educational column on infectious diseases, public health and sports medicine. DEAR DR.