If you’ve ever enjoyed a delicious meal only to notice your feet swelling after eating, it’s natural to wonder what could be causing it. Are there foods that cause swelling in the feet and ankles?

While occasional swelling may not be serious, persistent or sudden swelling can indicate underlying health issues that ...

Edema is a condition that causes fluid to build up in your tissues, causing parts of the body to swell, according to Mayo Clinic. It can affect any part of the body but commonly occurs in the feet, ...

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 ...

Wondering why your feet swell? Well, running isn’t exactly kind to your feet. It’s simple math: On average, each foot strike exerts a force about two and a half times your body weight. One mile ...

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 ...

If your ankles and feet look swollen, it could be a temporary case of diminished circulation. It could also be the result of a mild injury, such as a sprained ankle that you can treat at home. Liver ...

Dr. Keith Roach is a physician at Weill Cornell Medical College and New York Presbyterian Hospital. He writes an educational column on infectious diseases, public health and sports medicine. DEAR DR.