Medically reviewed by Jennifer Steinhoff, MD Swollen ankles and feet due to edema, or fluid build-up, can be caused by minor or major conditions, such as injury, pregnancy, standing or sitting for a ...

Swollen feet and ankles can be a sign of conditions like liver disease, kidney disease, and deep vein thrombosis.

Gout and plantar fasciitis can both affect the feet. Gout is a type of arthritis that causes joint pain and swelling. Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the plantar fascia, a ligament in the sole ...

Medically reviewed by Sarah Richards, DPMMedically reviewed by Sarah Richards, DPM Sometimes, you can reduce the swelling in your feet and ankles simply by resting after a long workday and putting up ...