Leg edema

[PhillyGirl 0]

Does anyone here have edema that requires compression stockings? My left leg especially is swollen all the time. I hope that once I lose weight, I'll not have the edema anymore. It's gross and keeps me from wearing skirts, shorts, anything that shows my legs.

Does anyone here know if my hope is correct, that I'll not have the edema once I lose the weight? The swollen leg came with the weight, so I'm hoping it'll deflate with the rest of me.

[spoiltmom 44]

Are you sure you haven't injured that leg? I have bad edema that's only in my left leg but mine is due to a bad knee injury.

[muddieguryl 0]

Philly, it is quite possible that you won't have to wear them once you reach a certain weight. I wear them however I don't have edema. I wear them so I don't get it! They are also really good for circulation if you stand on your feet all day (which I do). Me? I am hoping my snoring goes away! Best of luck!

[papoose 48]

i have lymphedema in my right leg and i don't wear the compression stocking. i know i should wear it. right now my feet and legs are hurting so bad. I am hoping when i start losing weight my leg will go down. i am like you and i don't wear skirts and dresses. sometimes i do and people just stare. if anyone has had this problem please let us know. i have been wondering the same thing.