Introduction It’s not uncommon after a long day to notice your fingers feeling stuffed like sausages or your ankles resembling those of a cankle model. You slip off your shoes and are startled to see your feet ballooned up – they barely resemble their normal size and shape. What’s behind this pooling of fluids in…
Swollen ankles and feet, medically known as peripheral edema, are a common condition characterized by the accumulation of excess fluid in the lower extremities. This swelling often results from an imbalance in the body’s fluid regulation, leading to fluid retention in the tissues. Various factors can contribute to swollen ankles and feet, including underlying health…
What is a Swelling? Swelling, often accompanied by pain, redness, and warmth, is a common physiological response to injury or inflammation in the human body. This natural reaction involves an increase in the fluid and immune cells within the affected tissue, leading to its expansion. Swelling can occur for various reasons, ranging from minor injuries…
