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« on: November 01, 2002, 01:56:33 pm »

I have been using skin glue to keep my stocking up and find it absolutely brilliant. I cannot use the stockings that are meant to stay up on their own, and find the ones with the waistband attachment are cumbersome and heavy. I know that some people, however, have developed an allergy to skin glue, and sometimes I have found that my skin does get a little red and itchy. However, I keep a real eye on this, and have had no real problems. The glue washes off easily with water, but invariably, the stocking comes off very easily without this help.

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« Reply #1 on: April 20, 2003, 12:27:32 am »

Hi Karen,

I find skin glue is also really useful for other clothing. If you have an strappy tops or dresses you can stick the straps on to stop them slipping. I think every girl should have a tube!
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« Reply #2 on: May 10, 2004, 02:36:25 am »

I was recently sent the wrong stockings, the latest ones I have require the glue!  This is no problem under normal circumstances (I normally wear the studded top ones).  Recently I have taken up tennis, I find I sweat so much that the glue just disapears and my stocking falls down.  Does anyone have any suggestions on this problem!!  Is there a glue that is sweat proof?
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« Reply #3 on: February 23, 2005, 02:08:37 pm »

Hi,

This glue sounds absolutely fantastic, can you tell me where I can purchase this from?  I have got made to measure knee length support but they NEVER stay up, this glue sounds like the ideal answer.  Can I buy this from pharmacists?

Many thanks
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« Reply #4 on: August 05, 2005, 02:03:43 pm »

Please would some-one tell me the best form of skin glue for preventing my arm compression garment rolling over at the top, and where I can get it?

Thanks
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« Reply #5 on: August 06, 2005, 06:33:00 pm »

The skin glue is called 'It Stays' and I think it should be available via a pharmacist.  It is sold by Sigvaris and Jobst, for about £6 per container (roll-top applicator).  I am trying to find my product list, but am decorating and just know it is in the box I can't reach at the back of the spare room!!!
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« Reply #6 on: August 08, 2005, 09:20:05 am »

You can buy it direct from Sigvaris Britain Ltd £9.98 per bottle inc postage and VAT
 
You will need a credit card.  Telephone 01962  886226

I knew I had it somewhere!!

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« Reply #7 on: February 22, 2010, 09:17:08 pm »

[Hi there I have been using sigvaris skin glue
i have developed a real sore reaction My skin has come up and is raised andi have very tiny blisters under the skin I have had problems f they burst cos the socks stick to them  I need to use the glue as the socks will not stay up on their own /i]
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« Reply #8 on: February 22, 2010, 11:43:34 pm »

I use a different one you could try. It's called Klebi skin adhesive and it is available from Haddenham Healthcare via their web site £6.93 for a roll on. I've been using it for a few months now without any problems.

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« Reply #9 on: February 23, 2010, 08:38:27 am »

[Hi there I have been using sigvaris skin glue
i have developed a real sore reaction My skin has come up and is raised andi have very tiny blisters under the skin I have had problems f they burst cos the socks stick to them  I need to use the glue as the socks will not stay up on their own /i]
Queenie - you must go to either your GP or your lymphoedema clinic asap - and don't try and wear the stockings over an open wound.  Sounds like you could have developed a localised infection and you need to avoid cellulitis if at all possible.  Call them this morning.  Also, if the socks are not staying up, they are possibly inappropriate for your leg shape and you may need a different brand.
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« Reply #10 on: March 29, 2010, 11:17:29 am »

Reply to lynora    Thanks for your advice I am still having to be careful with the glue but thank goodness no infection set iin After cellulitis and hospitalisation last year I do not want to go through that again  My legs seems to alter in size day to day so some days the socks seem  looser than others and thats when the glu comes out  Thanks again
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« Reply #11 on: March 31, 2010, 01:07:16 pm »

After me making the comment that all was fine last night when i took the socks off i had a very red raised area that was hot so i rang the doc and am on a higher dose of antibiotics I take one antibiotic a day for life I agreed to do this to see if it help following a very frightening experience when i was hospitalised last year . Keep fingers crossed i can get on top of it I have to have a week without the socks I feel bare    Bye
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