Swollen ankles can result from standing or sitting too long or can signal an underlying condition. Explore common causes, treatments, and when to seek care from your doctor to avoid complications.

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.

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

Peripheral edema is a fluid buildup in the extremities, resulting in swelling. The swelling may accompany other symptoms depending on the underlying cause. Many conditions and medications can cause ...

Dr. Georgeanne Botek, DPM, is a podiatrist who has been part of the Cleveland Clinic’s Department of Orthopaedic Surgery ...

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 is swelling of the feet caused by fluid accumulation from factors like heart failure, liver cirrhosis, nephrotic syndrome, kidney disease, and venous obstruction such as DVT. Reduced ...

Peau d’orange means "skin of an orange." In terms of your skin, it's not a disease, but a symptom of something else. Swelling causes it; usually because of fluid buildup (your doctor may call it edema ...