Swollen feet and ankles can be a sign of conditions like liver disease, kidney disease, and deep vein thrombosis.

Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD Key Takeaways Bone marrow edema is fluid buildup in bones, often due to injuries or ...

Sometimes, “your feet are the first place where you can see warning signs of things like diabetes or vascular disease or even skin cancer,” says Hira Mirza, a podiatrist at CLS Health in Houston. “If ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) often impacts your ankles, with many individuals experiencing foot and ankle issues early in the disease. Prompt medical care is key to slowing progression with appropriate ...

You exercise to slim down and shape up, so it's no wonder you're alarmed when you end a tough workout and your legs appear larger and more swollen than when you started. In most cases, swelling can be ...

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