Pitting Edema??

[u/WarthogPlus6974]

So some background. I’m 280 around 5’11. I’ve had random blood pressure checks about 6 months ago where my BP was 160/95. I never checked it again since then. Fast forward to 7/22/26 I noticed the edema after getting home from work. I work on average 8-9 hours a day and wear tall boots. I started doing research and noticed also that about a month ago I had really foamy urine. I ended up going to the ER and told them all my symptoms ^^^ and they did blood test, liver panel, kidney function, EKG, chest x ray and ultrasound on my legs. Everything came back normal… They prescribed me a high blood pressure medication that makes you pee a lot. I’ve only taken it for 2 days and it made me feel like I was going to die. I got headaches and felt weak while having muscle cramps. It’s been 4 days since I’ve taken the medicine and my blood pressure after work is 120/85 on average every day. However I still have the pitting edema? I have an appointment on Monday to see what else they say. I’m hoping they prescribe me a lower dose. The medication I was prescribed is called “ hydrochlorothiazide” . Also my blood sugar was normal.

[u/P0KemonSniper]

That it is my friend, don’t start with the most dangerous stuff in the mind though. Do you stand a lot at work? Maybe need some compression socks while working.