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

Swollen fingers, a common ailment, can stem from simple causes like heat or injury, but persistent puffiness might signal ...

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 ...

DEAR DOCTOR K: What can I do about my edema? The diuretics my doctor prescribed haven't helped. DEAR READER: Edema is swelling caused by a buildup of extra fluid. Edema most often affects the feet and ...

Eve Glazier, M.D., and Elizabeth Ko, M.D. Dear Doctor: I am a 76-year-old man who has dealt with edema in various intensities for several years. Now I have been diagnosed with early-stage congestive ...

The eye is made up of several different parts. One of these parts is the retina, which is home to special nerve cells that respond to light. The macula is part of that network and is located in the ...

After liposuction, fluid can build up under the skin near the surgery site causing swelling. Here's how you can reduce the amount of swelling.

Macular edema refers to swelling at the center of the retina, which is the layer at the back of the eyeball. It occurs when blood or fluid leaks into the retina and builds up, which can result from ...

Three people died within days of each other from suspected pulmonary edema. Just days before an American couple was found dead in their hotel room at the Grand Bahia Principe La Romana resort in the ...

Under-eye swelling is a common cosmetic concern. Puffiness after a late night, salty meal, or crying usually clears up within a day. Discharge, pain, and other severe symptoms warrant an appointment ...

It is my hope that each of you experienced a memorable Christmas and are ready to begin a new year! Spring will arrive before we realize it, and there is always much garden preparation to accomplish ...