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Can i give my son a epsom salt bath thats experiencing pain in the inner thigh area. ?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Epsom Salts: in bath water is usually pretty safe. But since the cause of the pain isn't known - can't predict if it will be any help.

Answered 5/27/2017

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Consider that...: just soaking in warm water (or using a heating pad) can help relax muscles and loosen stiff joints.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/27/2017

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