What Is Foot, Leg, and Ankle Swelling? Foot, leg, and ankle swelling—also known as peripheral edema—refers to an accumulation of fluid in these parts of the body. The buildup of fluid is not ...

It's essential to discuss treatment for foot swelling with a healthcare provider before reaching a BMI of 50. Losing weight can reduce foot and ankle swelling if you have obesity. It can also ...

Examination of the patient's left foot and ankle showed increased warmth, erythema, and swelling compared with that of the contralateral foot, and pulses were intact. A rocker bottom deformity ...

Pitting edema occurs when swelling of the ankle or foot is so intense that a visible indentation can be left in the skin after being touched, says Ishibashi. Pitting edema can be a sign of a more ...

So it's important to determine the cause of your foot and ankle swelling. “When you are on your feet a lot, gravity pulls blood into the veins of your legs, and some of the water in the blood ...

A 41-year-old man was evaluated for swelling in the ankles and syncope ... Ecchymoses were noted on the left hip and right biceps. Laboratory test results are shown in Table 1.