The shrinking of the Dead Sea is due to the diversion of water from the Jordan River (which feeds the Dead Sea) and mineral mining from its waters in the south, according to LiveScience. And the shrinking is happening at an alarming rateâthe surface level is dropping more than three feet a year.
Pregnancy is another of the common causes of swollen feet and ankles. There are three reasons for this: a) the excess weight gained puts more pressure on the legs and feet. b) the expanding uterus can place pressure on the blood vessels for the legs and.
Swelling of the feet and ankles can occur as a result of conditions involving the local extremities as well as systemic conditions (diseases and conditions that affect the entire body). Localized processes such as injuries and infections may lead to a swollen foot and/or ankle only on the involved side.Swelling of the ankle on one side is often a result of sprains or strains.ocalized processes such as injuries and infections may lead to a swollen foot and/or ankle only on the involved side. Swelling of the ankle on one side is often a result of sprains or strains.