Swollen ankles—sometimes also known as peripheral edema—occur when there is an abnormal build-up of fluid in the tissues of the lower legs. Anyone can develop swollen ankles, but older people, those ...

Foot, leg, and ankle swelling—also known as peripheral edema ... swelling is often more apparent in the lower area of the body because of gravity. ( UMMC) Older people frequently experience ...

Medically reviewed by Cara Beth Lee, MD Fact checked by Khara Scheppmann The cause of swollen feet and ankles can be as ...