Compression tights

[lynbrown]

I was recently prescribed Amlodipine for my HBP. I am T2, on Insulin, thyroxine, metformin, candesartan, statins and tablets for angina. My legs and ankles are now permanently swollen and my ankles especially are painful. The skin has peeled off my heels. Should I try compression tights? Do they really make a difference?
I am female, aged 74.

 

[Deleted member 308541]

I wear Jobst two part compression stockings on both legs, these are from the toe up to the knee.

They have reduced the swelling in my legs, and they are worth the money I pay for them.

 

[archersuz]

Go back to your GP and ask about being prescribed lacidipine instead! My legs especially ankles were so swollen and sore when my dose of amlodipine was doubled. I went straight back to my GP and he changed me to lacidipine. I've had no problems since.

suz

 

[Deleted member 308541]

Should I try compression tights?

I discussed compression stockings with my GP before I started wearing them.

He got me to get a Doppler Arterial Ultrasound scan at the local radiology shop on both legs done first, then he recommended the correct Jobst pressure stockings for my blood supply.

 

[lynbrown]

So helpful, thanks