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Compression stockings-where to get them?

amyucfdgamyucfdg
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Hi everyone. I'm a newbie and am 5 weeks pregnant. I had a dr apt today and she wants me to wear compression stockings for my varicose veins. Any idea where to get them? I have tried Walgreens and CVS and have had no luck. Thanks for your help.

Amy

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Re: Compression stockings-where to get them?

  • Kara5109Kara5109
    google and you will find TONS of places to get them
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  • Bethbsn06Bethbsn06
    check your yellow pages for medical supply stores (crutches, wheelchairs, wrist braces for carpal tunnel, etc)
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  • amyucfdgamyucfdg
    Thanks! I check out the web and medical supply places.
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  • DrDPMDrDPM member
    I prescribed them for my patients almost everyday. You can find the 20-30 mm Hg strength in most (larger) drugstores and Target/walmart.  For pregnancies, make sure that they at least come to your knee. You can also find thigh-end and full hose at a medical supply store. I'm a doc and wore them for my first two pregnancies, and they really made a difference.
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  • amyucfdgamyucfdg
    Thanks! She wants me to use the 18-20 strength ones, so I'll have to check for that strength. Do you know if they have some that are open toed? I live in FL and it is disgustingly hot right now and I haven't worn hose in years! Thanks again!
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