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Has anyone had to wear compression stockings due to edema with your cancer
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compression stockings
I have had some trouble with mild edema in one leg. I have used compression stockings, both thigh high and knee high. I found that the thigh high ones fall down really easily, so personally, I wouldn't recommend them. The knee high ones don't fall down, but tend to want to roll at the top and therefore get super tight right at the top.
I prefer the knee high toeless ones. You should ask what compression strength you should get. In general, I would stay away from the super tight (high compression) ones and go for a level of 20-30 mmHg or less. The high compression ones are tough to get on and tend to hurt at the top of the stocking because of the rolling at the edge.
What I really wanted to tell you is that I recently got an ottoman and keep my legs elevated whenever I'm just sitting around the house. It really helped. I now have much less trouble with edema in the lower leg. -
Compression Hose
I have moderate post surgical/radiation lymphedema in my right leg. Have worn thigh high compression hose for over 1 year. I was initially assessed by a lymphedema specialist and fitted for a stocking and for compression bandages to keep the edema under control. I wear the stocking all day and the compression bandages in the evening and in bed at nite. Once fitted I've purchased my stockings online from Compressionsale.com I am 5ft4 and purchase the open toed Mediven Plus 20-30mmHg silcone top band stockings. If you put in the Code save 10 you can save 10 percent on the cost. They run about 83 dollars/ pair and should be replaced every 6 months. They should not be dried in the dryer. You put them on inside out so the band clings to your skin. I have had no problems with them falling own. You should not sleep in them at nite. Feel free to contact me if you want further information. I actually find them quite comfortable and not as hot as I thought they would be.
Susan
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