Swollen Collection (#4)

Red giant seen from a planet, artwork
Red giant (upper right) seen from a planet in orbit around it, computer artwork. A red giant is one of the final stages in the life of a Sun-like star

Population growth
MODEL RELEASED. Population growth. Pregnant woman holding an inflated globe

Blocked Fallopian tubes, X-ray
Blocked Fallopian tubes. Coloured X-ray of a womans reproductive system, with her uterus (green) and blocked Fallopian tubes (oviducts, yellow)

Artwork of acute inflammation of achilles tendon
Achilles tendinitis. Artwork of the human foot muscles, tendons & bones, depicting acute inflammation of the achilles tendon, known as achilles tendinitis

Bunions. Each of these fluid-filled pads covers the joint of the big toe. The majority of bunions are caused by the condition hallux valgus

Eight months pregnant woman
MODEL RELEASED. Eight months pregnant woman, holding her swollen abdomen

Pregnant woman measuring her abdomen
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant woman measuring her abdomen. She is eight months (32 weeks) pregnant

Sore ankles
MODEL RELEASED. Sore ankles. Elderly woman massaging her sore ankles. She also has a bunion on her left foot

Aortic aneurysm, artwork
Aortic aneurysm. The aorta is the bodys major artery. An aneurysm is a weakening of the walls of a blood vessel, leading to swelling and rupture. In the aorta, such rupturing would be swiftly fatal

Knee effusion. Coloured X-ray of the swelling of an injured knee caused by effusion. Effusion is a painful condition whereby fluid accumulates in the joint space, limiting movement

Irritable bowel syndrome. Artwork of a digestive system suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is also known as spastic colon or irritable colon syndrome

Thyroiditis (Hashimotos disease). Light micrograph of a section through a thyroid gland with the autoimmune disorder Hashimotos disease

Goitre, conceptual image. Patient holding her neck due to goitre. This is an enlargement of the thyroid gland (coloured) in the neck, usually due to a deficiency of the essential mineral iodine

Heart failure, chest X-ray
Heart failure, or cardiomyopathy, coloured chest X-ray. The heart (pale orange, lower right) is greatly enlarged (ventricular hypertrophy)

Gout. Artwork of the bones of a foot, showing a tophus (swelling) due to gout. Gout is a metabolic disorder in which crystals of uric acid (magnified at upper right) precipitate in a joint

Goitre. Artwork comparing a healthy (left) and enlarged (goitre, right) thyroid gland (lower centre, blue). An enlarged thyroid may result from hormonal imbalances

Elephantiasis, X-ray
Elephantiasis. Coloured X-ray showing the lower leg of a patient with elephantiasis, a condition where the lymph vessels (red) become blocked

Bronchitis, X-ray
Bronchitis. Coloured bronchography (X-ray) of swollen bronchioles (orange) in the right lung. Bronchitis causes the network of airways in the lungs to become swollen and produce mucus

Arthritic hand, computer artwork. The finger and wrist joints are inflamed and swollen. Rheumatoid arthritis is caused by the immune system attacking the bodys own tissues

Bursa on wrist
Inflamed bursa on the wrist of an elderly woman. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac present at points in the body where skin, muscles and tendons slide across bone

Arthritic hand, conceptual artwork. Arthritis is a degenerative disease that results in the loss of cartilage between joints (red), causing pain and inflammation

Rheumatoid arthritis mechanism, artwork
Rheumatoid arthritis mechanism. Artwork showing various aspects of rheumatoid arthritis, the inflammation of the joints due to attack by the bodys own immune system

Pregnant woman, artwork

Megacolon, artwork
Megacolon, computer artwork. This is an abnormal dilation of the colon that may be congenital or acquired

Arthrosis of the knee, X-ray
Arthrosis of the knee, coloured frontal X-ray. The joint is swollen and there are osteophytes, abnormal bony growths (pointed protrusions), seen on the bone at centre

Bunion, X-ray
Bunion. Coloured X-ray of a bunion (hallux valgus, upper right), the swelling of the joint between the big toe and the first metatarsal bone in the foot

Rheumatoid arthritis
MODEL RELEASED. Rheumatoid arthritis. General practitioner examining a patients hand for signs of rheumatoid arthritis. This condition is caused by the immune system attacking the bodys own tissues

Checking for swollen glands
MODEL RELEASED. Checking for swollen glands

Flooded forest. Swollen river flowing through a forest in a valley. Photographed in the Squamish Forest District, British Columbia, Canada

Pregnancy timings
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnancy timings. Pregnant woman holding a clock in one hand while supporting her swollen abdomen in the other hand. She is 30 weeks pregnant

Pregnant woman and son
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant woman and son. 4-year-old boy holding and listening to the swollen abdomen of his mother. She is 30 weeks pregnant. A full- term pregnancy lasts between 37 and 42 weeks

Pregnant women
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant women comparing each others swollen abdomens. They are both about 7 months pregnant. A full-term pregnancy lasts about 9 months (between 37 and 42 weeks)

Pregnancy back pain
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant woman holding her painful back as the weight of the unborn child puts strain on her back muscles. She is 30 weeks pregnant. A full-term pregnancy lasts between 37 and 42 weeks

Pregnancy pains
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant woman holding her swollen abdomen while wincing in pain. This may be due to compression of internal organs, or movements by the unborn child. The woman is 30 weeks pregnant

Inflamed lymph gland, light micrograph

Knee pain
MODEL RELEASED. Knee pain. Elderly woman holding her painful knee. Joint pain can be caused by conditions such as arthritis, and a waling stick (background) may be needed to walk

Expanding Sun and the Earth, artwork
Expaning Sun and Earth. Computer artwork of the Sun and Earth. It is estimated that in 5-6 billion years, the Sun will have exhausted the hydrogen fuel in its core

Dying Earth. Computer artwork of the future Sun heating a scorched Earth. In 5-6 billion years the Sun will have exhausted the hydrogen fuel in its core

Trigger finger, artwork
Artwork of the anatomy of trigger finger, a condition arising when the sheath surrounding a tendon (blue) in the hand becomes swollen, preventing the tendon from moving smoothly

Aortic artery and aneurysm, artwork
Artwork showing the heart (upper centre) and the bodys main aortic artery (red) which forms an arch at the top of the heart before supplying blood to the lower body

Swollen legs and feet, artwork
Artwork of swollen (oedematous) legs and feet due to oedema, the accumulation of fluid in body tissues. Oedema is most commonly caused by heart failure which leads to poor blood circulation

Berry aneurysm, angiogram
Berry aneurysm. Coloured angiogram of the brain of a patient with an aneurysm (lower centre right) in a cerebral artery. This type of aneurysm is known as a berry, or saccular, aneurysm

Gout complications, satirical artwork
Gout complications. Satirical artwork titled: The Burden of Wealth. The overweight man being wheeled around in a chair is intended to illustrate the health problems associated with wealth

Sun over dying Earth, artwork
Sun over dying Earth. Computer artwork of the Sun, around 5 billion years in the future, heating a dying Earth. The oceans have evaporated, leaving salt-encrusted rocks

Nasal mucosa, artwork
Nasal mucosa, cross-section. Artwork of a sequence (left to right) showing mucus production in response to infection and inflammation

Aortic aneurysm CT scan
Aortic aneurysm, coloured 3D computed tomography (CT) scan. Side view of the abdomen of a 65-year-old patient with an extended aneurysm of the aorta

Termite mound and castes. Termites are eusocial colonial insects mostly found in the tropics. The mound (background) is a combination of mud and chewed wood and can be several metres high

Ankle pain, conceptual artwork
Ankle pain. Conceptual computer artwork showing pain (represented as the red area) in an ankle. The bones (white) of the lower legs

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"Bonzos Latest: This Week's Studdy - Unveiling the Secrets of Swollen" In this captivating journey through time and nature, we explore the intriguing world of "swollen. " From ancient afflictions to modern-day marvels, prepare to be amazed by the diverse manifestations of swelling. Travel back to 1799 as we uncover the mysterious "Gout Devil Bites" that plagued our ancestors. Delve into medical history with an X-ray revealing varicose veins, a haunting reminder of human vulnerability. Marvel at a 15th-century artwork depicting goitre, a condition that puzzled minds for centuries. Witness the miracle of life as a pregnant woman proudly displays her beautifully swollen belly, radiating joy and anticipation. Behold the awe-inspiring sight of waterfalls swollen by summer snowmelt at the Upper Falls—a testament to nature's power and resilience. Embark on an artistic adventure with H. M. Bateman's masterpiece "Great, " capturing society's fascination with exaggerated features in all their swollen glory. Peer inside an MRI scan unveiling bacterial meningitis and inflamed spinal discs—silent battles fought within our bodies. Prepare yourself for an extraordinary encounter as you gaze upon an X-ray showcasing elephantiasis—an ailment that stretches beyond imagination yet highlights humanity's unwavering spirit. Discover how even beauty has its secrets as we delve into Elizabeth Arden's innovative eye strap from circa 1932—a gentle remedy against puffiness beneath one's eyes. Finally, immerse yourself in nature’s wonders with RF-Pool Frog sitting gracefully on a white lily pad in Romania’s Danube delta rewilding area—an exquisite example of harmonious coexistence amidst lush surroundings. Join us on this enthralling exploration where science meets artistry and natural phenomena intertwine with human experiences—revealing the enigmatic allure behind all things swollen.