Swollen feet feel tight, heavy and uncomfortable. Swollen feet or oedema is the effect of fluid pooling and deficient blood flow in the lower extremities of the body. However, it’s common and there is ...

The cause of swollen feet and ankles can be as common as an insect bite or as serious as heart disease or liver failure. This swelling is often caused by a buildup of fluid called edema. When just one ...

This article was medically reviewed by Rekha Kumar, MD, a member of the Prevention Medical Review Board, on June 26, 2019. When you can’t seem to squeeze on those strappy sandals that looked so cute ...

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?

Swollen feet are common during pregnancy. But you may be able to reduce the swelling by increasing your potassium intake, drinking more water, and elevating your feet. A foot and leg massage might ...

You might think nothing of physical changes in your feet, but they’re worth paying attention to: They can provide clues to concerns that start far from your toes. Could your feet be telling you ...

Heart failure is a chronic condition affecting about 6.2 million Americans. It occurs when the heart muscle is damaged—sometimes from something you can’t control, like an injury, virus, or congenital ...

When it comes to pregnancy, there are so many physical changes a woman experiences. One of them is swollen feet. This usually happens due to increased fluid retention and pressure on the veins caused ...

People may be able to reduce swelling in the feet during pregnancy using home remedies, such as raising the legs on pillows while sleeping, avoiding standing for long periods, and staying hydrated.