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  • 60 Years
  • 29/01/2025

I'm really worried about my dad. His hands and feet swell up if he's sitting for too long, and it doesn't seem like they return to normal the way they used to. We're considering looking into ESR levels but could really use some advice on that. Also, are there specific foods he could eat that might help to get his ESR back to normal?

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green leafy vegetables, fatty fish, berries, almonds, walnuts,these all will reduce ESR

Dr. Ranjith Suggests...

Consult a Rheumatologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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