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Is Compression Stockings Necessary For A Diabetic Patient?

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Question : should diabetics wear compression stockings ??
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Answered by Dr. M. Vamsi Krishna (24 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Diabetics having peripheral vascular diseasase

Detailed Answer:
Dear madam i can understand your concern
compression stockings are for people who are having venous insufficiency and varicose veins
most of diabetic will have peripheral vascular disease so before wearing compression stockings its advisable to check for peripheral vascular disease.
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Dr XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
Diabetologist
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Is Compression Stockings Necessary For A Diabetic Patient?

Brief Answer: Diabetics having peripheral vascular diseasase Detailed Answer: Dear madam i can understand your concern compression stockings are for people who are having venous insufficiency and varicose veins most of diabetic will have peripheral vascular disease so before wearing compression stockings its advisable to check for peripheral vascular disease. Regards Dr XXXXXXX XXXXXXX Diabetologist