Medically reviewed by Cara Beth Lee, MD Fact checked by Khara Scheppmann Swelling in the ankles and feet is a common problem.

People with swollen ankles have a calf and ankle area about the same size, where there is almost no calf definition and the lower leg looks fuller than normal. Are swollen ankles normal?

Dr. Jeremy London, a heart surgeon based in Savannah, Georgia, warns that struggling to breathe while walking or laying down and/or experiencing leg swelling may mean ... of the ankles and feet ...

“This means that your heart may not be pumping blood around your body as well as it should be, and fluid collects in your lower limbs. So, if you’re getting swollen ankles, it’s worth making an ...

These won’t necessarily mean you have a heart problem ... it’s always best to get them checked. 3. Unusual swelling Perhaps you have noticed your ankles look particularly puffy, or maybe ...