What Is Foot, Leg, and Ankle Swelling? Foot, leg, and ankle swelling—also known as peripheral edema—refers to an accumulation of fluid in these parts of the body. The buildup of fluid is not ...

Symptoms include bruising, swelling, a crooked or misshapen toe ... It can cause pain and tenderness in the ball of the foot ...

As the angle of your big toe worsens, the joint may become red and swollen, and start to ache. Pain can occur in the joint and under the ball of your foot. Smaller bunions, called bunionettes or ...