A 35-year-old woman with a long-standing history of lower extremity swelling developed worsening symptoms of excessive vaginal bleeding, abdominal discomfort, and severe bilateral lower extremity ...

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Understanding the differences between edema and obesity is crucial for effective management and treatment of each condition.

While swollen feet often occur after prolonged standing or walking, persistent swelling might indicate underlying health conditions that require medic ...

In the case presented, the patient had progressively worsening lower extremity edema starting at 29 weeks' gestation which became severe, with involvement of her labia majora by term. Her history ...

A number of conditions, including compartment syndrome and peripheral artery disease, can affect the health and function of the anterior tibial artery. Talk with your healthcare provider about any ...

Dr. Carrie Jose, in her latest Health and Wellness column, explains how to tell the difference between exercise-induced leg ...

This video shows how to care for lower extremity wounds, identify signs of infection, and replace a compression sock and bandage. We’ll also give you guidance on how to reduce the risk of recurrence.

When I was pregnant with my third child, I noticed that my swollen ankles would retain an imprint of my fingers if I pressed them. Thankfully, this condition (called pitting edema) wasn’t a ...

Diabetic socks are specially designed to keep feet dry, decrease the risk of foot injury, and enhance blood circulation. They are a key part of foot care, which is an important aspect of diabetes ...