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I have pitting edema, i'm taking iron pills for anemia, and i'm 10 months postpartum, i have obesity and glucose problems, is anything i can do to get rid of edema at home?
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You will need your docs help to find and treat cause of edema. In the mentime you could try reducing salt and fluid intake and keep your feet elevated.
Answered 6/16/2023
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