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Swollen Elbow – Causes of Elbow Joint Swelling

The elbow region is comprised of the joints between the bones of the upper arm (humerus) and the lower arm (radius and ulna). The elbow joint allows us to bend and straighten our arms. The bending action at [Read More ...]

Signs of Fluid Overload (Excess Fluid, Water Retention) in the Body

Water is a major requirement of living organisms. Biochemical life processes within the cells and tissues of the body require the presence of water. In fact, the majority of the bulk of the human body (about [Read More ...]

Swollen Calf Muscles – Causes of Swelling at Back of Leg

The calf is the back fleshy part of the lower leg. In order to understand the causes of swelling of the calves, it is important to first understand the anatomy of the area. The lower leg is defined as the [Read More ...]

Leg Swelling (Swollen Legs, Feet, Toes) Causes

Leg swelling is a common problem that can affect one or both legs. It may be isolated to the foot and and ankles or involve the entire lower leg and sometimes even the thigh. Understanding why leg swelling may [Read More ...]

Arm Swelling (Swollen Upper, Forearm, Hands, Fingers)

Although leg swelling is considered more common and often not associated with serious problem unless it occurs after a severe fall, the arms may be just as prone to swelling with certain conditions. It tends [Read More ...]