What do you think of my NHS lipo-lymphoedema “starter kit”?
Hi everyone!!
I’m in the UK (Scotland) and was recently seen by a NHS lymphoedema clinic because of suspected lipo-lymphoedema.
My GP referred me to the clinic (their suggestion), and the wait time to be seen was only 3 weeks.
They were incredibly kind and measured me to order these garments for free:
- 1 × pair of Haddenham Comfiwave below-knee garments (15–21 mmHg)
- 1 × pair of Lipoelastic Flow leggings
- 1 × Juzo Intenso Class 2 below-knee stockings
- 2 × Juzo Soft Class 1 arm sleeves
They said they will order a second of each one too as I am entitled to keep receiving two complimentary pairs of each garment every 6 months!
May I ask if this is a good compression selection? Is there anything you would change or suggest?
The clinic also arranged 2 scans (injected dye/ultrasound) of both my lower legs (and then arms) at a big hospital. Wait time for both of the scans was 2 weeks.
I’d really appreciate some hope that it will get better, and just hearing other people’s experiences!! Especially anyone with a lower BMI/stage one.
Thanks so much!!