Archive for November 20th, 2005
Foot, leg, and ankle swelling
Sunday, November 20th, 2005Alternative names
Swelling of the ankles - feet - legs; Ankle swelling; Foot swelling; Leg swelling; Edema - peripheral, Peripheral edema
Definition
Abnormal buildup of fluid in the ankles, feet, and legs is called peripheral edema.
Considerations
Painless swelling of the feet and ankles is a common problem, particularly in older people. […]
