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 ...

Swelling, or edema, is more than just a nuisance—it can feel like carrying extra baggage in your legs, ankles, or abdomen.  For those living with ATTR-CM (transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy), a rare ...

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 ...

WTF are compression socks, and should you get a pair? A podiatrist breaks it down here, then shop the best compression socks. You’ve likely heard the hype around compression socks—but are they ...

An Oklahoma woman traveled to Jacksonville, Florida, for lymphedema treatment. Dr. Jay Granzow, a lymphedema and lipedema surgeon, has developed a two-part surgical system for treating swollen limbs.

Pregnancy can mean the swelling of, well, just about everything—feet and legs included. The thought of a tight-fitting sock may not spark joy, but the best pregnancy compression socks are easy to get ...