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01-26-2006, 08:25 AM

Hi; I had a massectomy (sp) In March 2003 finished ACT chemo in September 2003 and started Arimadex. Although I cannot report major side effects I still have aches and pains alot like I had worked out way to hard; also morning stifness.

I recently disovered something that helped me. I started using Epsom Salts in my bath water 2 to 4 times a week (whenever I take a bath). I EXPERIENCED ALMOST IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENT. The improvement increases and lastes between baths. There may be other answers but this one is low cost and totaly non toxic so why not try it. I would be interested if it works for any one else. I know I will continue it indefidently.

Epsom Salts has been a long time kitchen table treatment for many things. I have also seen it listed in detox treatments and it is easily avaliable. I buy mine at Target for $1.94 for enough for 4 baths.

Hope this helps someone.

Sue

01-26-2006, 08:25 AM	#27
SueA Guest Posts: n/a	Epsom Salts for aches and pains Hi; I had a massectomy (sp) In March 2003 finished ACT chemo in September 2003 and started Arimadex. Although I cannot report major side effects I still have aches and pains alot like I had worked out way to hard; also morning stifness. I recently disovered something that helped me. I started using Epsom Salts in my bath water 2 to 4 times a week (whenever I take a bath). I EXPERIENCED ALMOST IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENT. The improvement increases and lastes between baths. There may be other answers but this one is low cost and totaly non toxic so why not try it. I would be interested if it works for any one else. I know I will continue it indefidently. Epsom Salts has been a long time kitchen table treatment for many things. I have also seen it listed in detox treatments and it is easily avaliable. I buy mine at Target for $1.94 for enough for 4 baths. Hope this helps someone. Sue