Virginia Beach is an independent city located in the U.S. state of Virginia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 437,994. In 2015, the population was estimated to be 452,745. Although mostly suburban in character, it is the most populous city in Virginia and the 41st most populous city in the nation.
Sometimes diseases that affect the entire body, such as heart disease and kidney or liver failure, can result in excess fluid buildup (edema) that is often concentrated in the legs and feet, leading to swelling not only of the ankles but also of the feet and lower legs. This can also occur with pregnancy.
If your ankles swell while you are pregnant, it might not be a reason to jump to the phone to call your doctor or midwife. Most women experience their feet and ankles swelling during the end of their pregnancy. What is not normal is when the swelling suddenly occurs in your face, hands, or in one leg.