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 ...

Whooh, man it's hot! The summertime heat really puts a strain on the body, especially if you are one of those people whose feet and ankles swell up and feel heavy on hot days. What causes this? "When ...

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 ...

Medically reviewed by Katrina Carter, DPT Swollen feet and ankles can be caused by standing too long, excess salt, and pregnancy.Heart failure can cause fluid buildup, leading to swollen feet and ...

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Swollen feet and ankles can be an early warning sign of diabetes-related health issues. Diabetes, a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels, can lead to a variety of complications ...

Stress fractures are common injuries that begin with repetitive and excessive stress on a bone, usually involving the leg or foot. Unlike a traumatic bone fracture, many patients overlook the early ...

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 ...

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