Swollen ankles, also known as edema, are brought about by the buildup of fluid around the ankles, feet and legs. Most of the time, swollen ankles are temporary and not a cause for concern. However, it ...

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Sometimes you look down and all of a sudden you have a little bulge where your ankle bone used to be. Other times, swollen ankles make you feel as though there’s a chain around that joint. There are ...

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Steinhoff, MD Swollen ankles and feet due to edema, or fluid build-up, can be caused by minor or major conditions, such as injury, pregnancy, standing or sitting for a ...

Swollen feet and ankles can be an early warning sign of diabetes-related health issues. Diabetes, a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels, can lead to a variety of complications ...

Healthy circulation includes upward blood flow in the veins from the legs to the heart. Unfortunately, the force of gravity works against this normal circulation. Prolonged sitting and standing can ...

one afternoon during a heat wave in July to look down and see that her feet were dramatically swollen and had ballooned in size. “I couldn’t see my tendons or ankle bones, even when I flexed my toes,” ...

These remedies are easy, and most of the items can be found around your home. How can one reduce swollen feet [Medium] Swollen legs can be uncomfortable and frustrating, whether it's from standing too ...

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Swelling or puffy pockets around ankles may be alarming. Often referred to as edema, or fluid build-up in your body’s tissue, it’s common in pregnant people and those over 65. But is it cause for ...