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My mum has fractured her shoulder in a fall and jared her back. after 2 weeks her feet have now swolen. what is causing the swelling?
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Other reason: The foot swelling have nothing to with this injury, looks for other reasons , heart problems lung problems are the most common.
Answered 4/13/2013
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