tight ring around legs from wearing socks, cuts off circulation?

P.S, I did

Thank you,

Thank you. No evidence of fluid retention.

No, the indentation is on the leg where the top of the sock is, not on the foot or lower beneath the top of sock. Wherever the top of the sock is. I can pull the sock up fully of just part way - indentation is where top of sock is. Someone suggested fluid retention. I pressed leg above indentation and flesh popped right back. That indentation did not stay on leg. So, think no fluid retention.

This can be an early sign of early renal difficulties or heart failure. Your response that you saw no pitting edema of your legs above the sock line is insignificant. It could be from standing too much too? If your over 50 best speak with your doctor.

I forgot to mention liver disease as another disease this symptom called anasarca, which is the collection of serous body fluid tissues.

I never had any foot or leg swelling until I had neuropathy due to a back injury. Now one or the other of my feet will swell up randomly a few times a year, especially if not being active. The top of sock ring I solved by just using scissors and cutting straight down about 2 inches at the back of the leg. I do this with any sock that is tight enough to cause the ring. Someone mentioned the diabetic socks and those work too. This problem seems to be related to neuropathy but no doctor seems to know exactly how.

J was just diagnosed with Pitting Edema. My kidney function is great..Undergoing additional blood/urine tests to determine cause.
I did have kidney cancer but am in remission. My RBC and WBC are low along with my hemocrit.

I wear compression socks daily now and sleep/rest on pillow that elevates legs.

Hoping for the best!

You're referring to ZERO GRAVITY chairs. Google and learn about the various ones available, even as chairs for patio, etc. I'm looking into getting a zero gravity recliner with lumbar support. Yes, they are available in various price ranges, some seriously expensive. I don't want heat or massage, just a quality zero gravity recliner, and will need lift since I have developed problems with legs, making raising myself from a sitting position very painful (and depending on the pain level of the day, getting up to a standing position is nearly impossible, an at times not possible at all).
I learned that Medicare will pay for the mechanism within such chairs but not for the cost of the chair itself. Medicare also pays for adjustable base for beds IF prescribed by your doctor. It's a process that can be a deterrence, but may be worth your while. Of course, all depends on the type of Medicare plan one has.

Strongly urge you speak with cardiologist about the edema, which indeed can be caused by various factors. I experience precisely what you describe, so salt is used VERY sparingly in meal preps, and while it takes getting used to, I've made myself learn to use herbs and commercially available herb blends, on meats and veggies. READ LABELS to make sure NO form of salt or salt substitute is included! I must confess that for me eggs (whether the real ones or liquid eggs) taste downright NASTY without a tiny sprinkle of kosher salt (ground pepper too!). But I rely on the "natural" salts within foods and ingredients, and even rinse canned beans. Always checking/reading labels, choosing the lowest salt to zero salt products. For baking: Hain's Baking Powder has ZERO salt, I just add an extra 1/4 to 1/2 tsp to my gluten-free baking. Watch out for chips, etc! I cut out my favorite multigrain chips due to the salt, but my husband likes the taste of his NO SALT sweet potato chips and favorite blue corn chips also. I think they are not worth eating since I don't enjoy the flavors sans salt.

As for the swelling in my left ankle: Due to complex regional pain syndrome (three years now, and swelling can be slight to tight, with intensity of pain to match). I donated my ankle socks and wear what I call "footies", the kind that cover the foot up to just about the ankle bones, not above that. Men's footies are way more comfortable, being looser and not binding. I favor comfort over fashion, but there are nice ones out there. Check TJMax, Marshall's for great prices, and also BJ's or Cosco (maybe Sam's Club also).

TO ACHIEVE RELIEF, You might try what I learned years ago, and find really helpful: elevating legs against a wall.
Go to youtube to see how it's done. There are short videos demonstrating it.
• Youtube: (U.S. Army Center for Initial Military Training): Legs Up the Wall
• Youtube: Yoga for Edema: How to Do Legs Up the Wall. This offers even using a chair; she is informative and gives great suggestions, including not having to be totally against the wall.
You'll find more videos listed on the right of the youtube page.

CAVEAT: CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR FIRST, to make sure you won't be negatively affecting back, pelvis, abdominal, neck, or other issues.

I have serious sacral and hip issues and arthritic neck but have had no problems with this activity. My legs feel great following this simple exercise. Good for reducing leg swelling. Relaxing too! Holding legs up in this position helps ease discomfort, keep blood from pooling and staying in legs. I PRACTICE RELAXATION EXERCISE DURING THE 15 TO 20 MINTES OF ELEVATING LEGS, AIMING FOR RELEASING STRESS FROM ENTIRE BODY ALL THE WAY UP TO MY CRANIUM. FEELS SO DOGGONE GOOD!

OTHER ONLINE REFERENCES:
• tummy.com>yoga-poses>contraindications
•centerforvein.com>blog>how=does-elevating-legs-benefit-circulation

One last suggestion: Until I can find the "right" recliner, I placed an ottoman by where I sit in the family room. Whenever I feel the need, I will go there and elevate both legs onto the ottoman. I also place a small pillow under my sacral area. I do foot exercises as learned in physical therapy (yes, I've had lots of sessions).

I hope you find some use from what I've offered here. I'd really like to know if you do, and how it did or didn't benefit you.

Best of luck, and find peace and release from pain😊🌺