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Use of Epsom Salt for Diabetic Patient

2017-05-02 09:56:39
Hi, My mother is a diabetic patient and She feels frequent swelling on her feet causing sensory and pain problems. I got to know that Epsom Salt can help in reducing these issues. Can you please suggest that can my Mother soaks her feet daily with Epson Salt. Please advice.
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Hello there. I can understand your concern. Yes she can do that if she wants to. No problems in that. But if​it still persists, get it checked out so that the cause of the swelling can be determined and treated appropriately. Best regards. Dr. Anil Kumar Jain. Bangalore.

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