Peripheral edema, or swelling, has long been associated with certain conditions and research continues regarding causes and treatments for the swelling that occurs when fluid collects in tissue.

Edema is the accumulation of excess fluid in body tissues, causing noticeable swelling, commonly in the feet, ankles, and legs. It affects older adults, pregnant women, and those with heart, kidney, ...

Q: 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 heart failure. I know I’m not the only senior ...

Have you ever come back home from a hectic day at work to notice your feet or ankles swollen? Now, it might be the toll of a busy day. But does the swelling make you feel like your shoes are getting ...

Legs can act as a sign of your overall health and warn about hidden health issues like heart failure, peripheral artery ...

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 heart failure. I know I'm not the only ...