Edema , or Oedema, or Odema :¬) and back pain

I am 45 and live in S/W Scotland in the UK.
I get a bad flare about once every year or so these last few years.
The last two flares i have had though i have noticed i have also been suffering from Edema swollen/swelling in my legs below the knee on both legs
and also swollen ankles and feet. sometimes it gets so bad i cantr get my shoes or tighter leg jeans on.
i have been tested by cardiology for heart issues and congestive heart failure but my heart is very strong…