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 ...

There are several different edema types, each affecting various parts of the body and linked to distinct causes. Peripheral edema commonly affects the legs, feet, and ankles, though it can also ...

Body swellings can arise due to fluid collection, tissue overgrowth, among many other reasons (Picture Credit: Canva) An abnormal enlargement or raised area in any part of the body is a swelling, ...

Leg swelling, known as edema, can indicate serious conditions in certain situations. Dr London advises movement and elevation for relief. Do your legs swell up often? While in most cases swelling in ...

Swelling of the feet or ankles resembles a minor problem, yet often it acts as a message regarding circulation of the entire body. When fluid leaks out of the blood vessels and collects in the lower ...

Due to the kind of jobs most of us do, or other activities such as long flights etc., prolonged sitting is almost a daily routine. One noticeable effect of this sedentary behaviour is leg swelling, ...