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Swelling (Edema) and Diabetes-Swelling in the Legs, Ankles and Feet. Edema commonly affects the ankles, legs, feet and wrists. Edema (known as oedema in the UK) is a build up of fluid in the body (water retention) which causes swelling. Edema commonly affects the legs, ankles, feet and wrist. Water retention is often treatable, with treatment varying depending on the cause.
Swollen Ankles And Kidney Disease. Swelling is not a rare phenomenon, which can be caused by injury, infection, blood clots, heart or liver disease, medication side effect. Among those factor, kidney disease is the most commonly seen cause of swelling. This article is about the swollen ankles with kidney disease.