Under the Live & Learn Category -- after my initial appointment with the Lymphedema specialist who examined me and setup some additional tests including my right knee X-ray the doctor suggested compression socks would probably be the answer. We discussed different kinds and the difficulty of putting them on. He gave me a script to take to the Mayo store in the lower level. The lady gave me some different brand names and suggestions and said I could get them cheaper online since they didn't have the one the doctor discussed...and the script he printed out of Epic was for compression panty hose ☺ Search I did when I got home and found toe less compression socks with side zippers. I ordered two pairs and wore them faithfully all day long for 2 weeks.

Then last week my right foot started aching a little around the toes so last Thursday I stopped wearing them and my foot kept getting worse. I was at a pain level 8+ trying to walk and put pressure on the right foot. Then I realized I had gout in my big toe. Couldn't stand to touch the skin on the top or side of the toe. This morning I went to the local drug store and bought a reusable gel cold pack, took an ibuprofen and now this afternoon most of the pain has subsided but it's still tender. So the moral of my story is no more toe less compression socks. I have my follow up appointment on the July 9th to go over all the test results for the lymphedema and what the recommendations are for treatment. Still waiting for an appointment for the knee which I'm hoping will be soon.

Have a Happy and safe 4th of July!

John