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Is Compression Socks Advisable To A Patient With COPD And Osteo- Arthritis?

I am a 65 yr old male with mild, but worsening, bi-lateral stasis eczema, and 4-5 nose bleeds in the last 6 weeks. I have COPD and osteo- arthritis. Meds include bupropion, diclofenac, omeprazole, albuterol, and Spiriva. Also taking Vit D and B12. I am clean and sober for 6 plus years, but have a 40 year history of alcohol abuse. Should I be wearing compression socks?

posted on Sun, 9 Apr 2017

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Thu, 8 Jun 2017 Answered on

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General & Family Physician, Dr. Purva Patel's Response

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Compression socks have no role in COPD.

Osteoarthritis needs the local support of knee cap or segmental bandages rather than compression socks. Compression socks are basically only for deep vein thrombosis, certain people with lymphatic derangements.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Purva Patel

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Is Compression Socks Advisable To A Patient With COPD And Osteo- Arthritis?

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