Not merely puffy feet: what pedal oedema can signify about your health

Pedal oedema, or foot swelling, is a symptom caused by various conditions, requiring thorough evaluation by a healthcare ...
Oregonian

Dear Doctor: What causes swelling of legs and feet, and how is it treated?

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 ...
Prevention

What Causes Vaginal Swelling, and How Is It Treated?

The vagina is one of the most sensitive organs in women’s bodies, which means there are many different vaginal health matters that may be cause for concern. From vaginal odor, to vaginal dryness, to ...
Los Angeles Times

Brain Swelling (Cerebral Edema): What You Need to Know

Brain edema is a life-threatening condition where excess fluid causes the brain to swell. The primary medical treatment involves hyperosmolar agents like mannitol and hypertonic saline to draw fluid ...
Yahoo

What is ‘cortisol face’? How to tell if your facial swelling is a sign of a bigger health problem

If you've been on social media recently, chances are you've heard about "cortisol face," a term to describe facial swelling or puffiness, allegedly caused by high levels of the stress hormone cortisol ...
Oregonian

Dear Doctor: What causes swelling of legs and feet, and how is it treated?

Dr. Keith Roach is a physician at Weill Cornell Medical College and New York Presbyterian Hospital. He writes an educational column on infectious diseases, public health and sports medicine. DEAR DR.