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October 23, 2025
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Blood Clots and Myeloma: How To Lower Your Risk Read Article...
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B complex vitamins help with edema. I take Nutritional Yeast every day.
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October 28, 2025
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They most definitely can and many doctors do recommend them, or at least mine did. Just make sure you get the right compression, not too tight. I had to experiment to get the correct size, until I found this info:

"To measure for compression socks, you need to take a few measurements of your leg, including the circumference of your ankle at its narrowest point and your calf at its widest point. You should also measure your shoe size and, for longer socks, the length from the bottom of your foot to the bottom of your buttocks. It's best to do this in the morning when your legs are least swollen, and then use a manufacturer's sizing chart to determine the correct size."

I started wearing them after I had a DVT/PE, for about 6 months and I still wear them occasionally now when my legs tend to swell.

October 27, 2025
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Can compression socks help prevent blood clots with myeloma?

Yes, compression socks can help prevent blood clots. Support hose, also called graduated compression stockings, are recommended as one of the clot-prevention strategies to discuss with your doctor.

These stockings work by preventing blood from pooling in your Show Full Answer

Can compression socks help prevent blood clots with myeloma?

Yes, compression socks can help prevent blood clots. Support hose, also called graduated compression stockings, are recommended as one of the clot-prevention strategies to discuss with your doctor.

These stockings work by preventing blood from pooling in your legs, which can reduce the risk of clots forming. They're particularly helpful if you're at higher risk for blood clots due to myeloma or its treatments.

Other prevention strategies that may be used alongside compression stockings include:
- Anticoagulation medications
- Mechanical foot pumps or intermittent pneumatic compression devices
- Low-dose aspirin or heparin, especially if you're on immunomodulating therapy

Since myeloma and its treatments significantly increase your risk of blood clots, it's important to talk with your care team about which preventive measures are right for your situation. They can help determine if compression socks alone are sufficient or if additional interventions are needed.

October 23, 2025
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I've been wearing them since I was diagnosed in 2021 and yes they help.

October 24, 2025
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

It has been helpful for me.

October 23, 2025

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