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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

How do you prevent leg swelling on a long flight? As long-haul travel becomes more affordable, more people are traveling to far-off destinations. Unfortunately, this also means that legroom space on ...

A viewer tells us they have a leg that keeps swelling, and asks what they should do about it. Doctor Lacy Anderson says it could be an emergency. If only one of your legs is swelling, this can be a ...

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, ...

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