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 ...

Swollen ankles post-exercise can happen due to a variety of reasons, including temporary inflammation, hormones, injuries, ...

Foot swelling, also known as edema, is a common condition that can affect anyone. While occasional mild swelling may not be a cause for concern, persistent or severe swelling should never be ignored.

Have you ever gone to slip on a pair of socks and realized your ankles were puffy? As we age, our circulation slows down a bit and the valves in our veins can weaken. The result: You may notice fluid ...

While swollen feet often occur after prolonged standing or walking, persistent swelling might indicate underlying health conditions that require medical attention. Recognizing these warning signs ...

Swollen ankles, or edema, stem from various causes including heart failure, chronic venous insufficiency, blood clots, ...

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 ...

When you are pregnant, your body goes through some major changes. Because of these changes, you may sometimes have to experience some uncomfortable symptoms and go through some discomfort. One such ...

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.