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 ...

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 ...

A person may experience swollen feet for several reasons, from hot weather or pregnancy to serious health conditions such as heart disease or a blood clot. Treatment depends on the underlying cause.

Swollen feet are common during pregnancy. But you may be able to reduce the swelling by increasing your potassium intake, drinking more water, and elevating your feet. A foot and leg massage might ...

Swelling in the feet can often be overlooked as just a sign of a long day on your feet, but persistent or unexplained swelling can indicate more serious health concerns. Understanding these potential ...

Jessica Simpson is facing some challenges in her pregnancy journey. The actress and cosmetics mogul, who is pregnant with her third child with husband Eric Johnson, turned to her social media ...

Lauren Ginn, 30, woke up one morning in December 2017 with a swollen right ankle. She didn’t have an injury, but over 20 months, the swelling would intensify, moving up her leg, the color would change ...

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 ...

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