Swollen ankles and feet are quite common these days, and one does not need to worry too much about it. Especially if you have been walking or standing a lot. However, those who have their feet and ankles swollen chronically might need to be a little worried about it. So, here are some of the main causes behind swollen feet and ankles:

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition where the person suffers from pain all over the body. Also known as fibrositis, it is a medical disorder that causes the whole body to ache and is characterized by musculoskeletal pain along with fatigue. There are certain tender points all over the body for people with fibromyalgia and such points hurt if you put pressure on them.

Crohn’s disease is a chronic condition of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) that is characterized by inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract and the digestive tract. The disease can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract, from mouth to anus, however, is generally found to affect the last segment of the small intestine where it meets the beginning of the large intestine (colon).

Preterm labor is a very serious complication in pregnancy because the labor begins prior to the 37 week’s gestation period. There are various signs of preterm labor which women usually ignore because they think that these are just temporary sensations. However, women experiencing the signs of preterm labor must visit the doctor to get themselves checked to avoid complications.

A familiar sensation of feeling off balance all of a sudden is known as vertigo. An inner ear problem causes vertigo. A person’s sense of balance is controlled in the ear due to a liquid which stays level to indicate balance. When the liquid moves around, we lose our balance or rather sense of balance.

There are cases where people experience back pain on the lower right side primarily which does not spread across the back. The importance of  understanding the probable cause of the pain with its characteristics lies in the fact that it would help you get a proper diagnosis of the problem thereby ensuring effective treatment.

Fibromyalgia, also known as fibrositis, is a condition that results in pain in the tissues and muscles at different points in the body. People suffering from fibromyalgia have trigger points throughout the body that pain when they apply pressure to them. This includes particular places on the neck, shoulders, chest, arms, hips, and legs and these hurt when any pressure is applied to them.

Watery eyes aren’t usually an issue of concern; they can be treated with over-the-counter remedies too. However, sometimes, watery eyes can be caused by allergies, in which your eyes produce tears that roll down your cheeks. There are several reasons behind watery eyes from allergies. Read along to know more.