One of the first symptoms of DVT or thrombophlebitis is a swollen leg (especially the calf), as blood pools in the area. Check with your doctor right away if you have swelling in one leg or any ...

Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the UK and globally, with over 7.6 million people in the UK living with heart or ...

Swelling may take up to two weeks to resolve. Call your doctor if one leg is much more swollen than the other. Also, get medical attention if you have pain in your leg when walking or if there is ...

Straighten one leg and kick the foot upwards ... This exercise helps pump blood back to your heart, which can reduce swelling ...

An elderly care expert has issued a warning to older people who are looking forward to a summer holiday abroad ...

Foot, leg, and ankle swelling—also known as peripheral edema ... your doctor may order one or more of the following tests: blood tests X-rays urine tests an ECG to assess heart function ...

The cancer cells may block the flow of lymph fluid, causing it to build up and leading to swelling in the legs. Treatments, such as radiation therapy, can also cause a blockage and swelling in the ...