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What are the best medications to help heal after an amputation?
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None: There are no magic drugs that help heal an amputation. All what's needed is limb elevation and adequate nutrition.
Answered 11/24/2013
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Good nutrition: Good nutrition and control of diabetes are most important.
Answered 3/14/2013
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