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

While occasional swelling may not be serious, persistent or sudden swelling can indicate underlying health issues that require attention.

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 ...

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?

Pedal oedema is swelling of the feet caused by fluid accumulation from factors like heart failure, liver cirrhosis, nephrotic ...

Macular edema refers to swelling at the center of the retina, which is the layer at the back of the eyeball. It occurs when blood or fluid leaks into the retina and builds up, which can result from ...

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

Q: I am a 75-year-old male and have edema in both legs. I take Lasix and spironolactone to reduce the fluid. Unfortunately, I developed ulcers that are very slow to heal. The physician treating the ...

Peripheral edema, or swelling, has long been associated with certain conditions and research continues regarding causes and treatments for the swelling that occurs when fluid collects in tissue.