If you notice your hands are swelling, it could be both uncomfortable and unsettling, but in most instances the cause could be situational — caused by factors such as temperature, exercise, diet, ...

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 ...

If you’ve ever enjoyed a delicious meal only to notice your feet swelling after eating, it’s natural to wonder what could be causing it. Are there foods that cause swelling in the feet and ankles?

Your belly is not the only body part that swells during pregnancy. Learn more about what causes swelling in pregnancy and when it might indicate a problem. You're expecting your midsection to expand ...

There are many causes of eye swelling or puffiness, the most common of which include allergy, a lack of sleep, eating too much sodium, or simple aging. At other times, the swelling (also known as ...

High altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) is a serious lung condition that may develop when you’re at high altitudes. Pulmonary edema is when fluid builds up in your lungs. In the case of HAPE, lower ...

Swollen supraclavicular lymph nodes may occur as a reaction to infection or due to metastatic cancer. This type of swelling typically occurs just above a person’s collarbone. Lymph nodes are part of ...

Under-eye swelling is a common cosmetic concern. Puffiness after a late night, salty meal, or crying usually clears up within a day. Discharge, pain, and other severe symptoms warrant an appointment ...

Waking up with a swollen tongue can transform a normal morning into a concerning health situation. This unusual symptom, medically known as glossitis, often catches people off guard and raises ...

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.