Peripheral edema, or swelling, has long been associated with certain conditions and research continues regarding causes and treatments for the swelling that occurs when fluid collects in tissue.

My husband is 74 and has congestive heart failure. He has what look like burns on his left leg. There is a lot of swelling, and his leg is leaking blood and fluid.

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What Is Foot, Leg, and Ankle Swelling? Foot, leg, and ankle swelling—also known as peripheral edema—refers to an accumulation of fluid in these parts of the body. The buildup of fluid is not usually ...

Your feet might be telling you more about your heart than you realize. While seemingly unrelated, mounting evidence suggests that foot discomfort may serve as an early warning system for ...

To differentiate non-cardiogenic pulmonary edema from cardiogenic causes, there are a few areas that the CDI specialists and coders can look for in the documentation. Q: When is it appropriate to ...

Have you ever come back home from a hectic day at work to notice your feet or ankles swollen? Now, it might be the toll of a busy day. But does the swelling make you feel like your shoes are getting ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A 77-year-old man was referred to the neuro-ophthalmology clinic at Tufts/New England Eye Center for bilateral ...