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I think it was the sodium nitrate used in the curing of the corned beef? it attacked my joints with severe inflamation & swelling. what to do?
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Need attention: Severe inflammation and swelling joints might be due to several possibilities. You need to see a doctor.
Answered 4/2/2013
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