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Have a 5 months baby,still having edema,is there any safe diuretic during breastfeeding?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Please consult your: doctor, don't take medicines on your own, you better get examined before prescribing any medication which you might not need regardless whether it is safe while breastfeeding, good luck

Dr Mcgowan agreed

Answered 3/12/2015

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