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.
Injury or surgery involving the leg, ankle, or foot can also cause swelling. Swelling may also occur after pelvic surgery, especially for cancer. Long airplane flights or car rides, as well as standing for long periods of time, often lead to some swelling in the feet and ankles.
Edema can also be an early sign of kidney disorder, heart or liver problems. Gout is another common cause of swelling of the feet and ankles. Gout occurs as a result of crystallization and accumulation of uric acid in the joints, in this case in the ankle joint. This causes inflammation and inflammation causes swelling.Swelling of the ankles can be a symptom of arthritis as well.out is another common cause of swelling of the feet and ankles. Gout occurs as a result of crystallization and accumulation of uric acid in the joints, in this case in the ankle joint. This causes inflammation and inflammation causes swelling.