Can Methylsulfonylmethane Be Taken For Severe Joint Problem While Treating Bleeding Ulcers?

Posted on Wed, 21 Oct 2015

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Question : HI. My 85 year opld mother has severe joint problems (7 joint replacements) Her knee bothers her greatly. A friend of hers told her about MSM and how it's done wonders for her. She wants to try it but she has also had bleeding ulcers that reqiured surgery. Would it be safe for her to take the MSM? Thank you

Answered by Dr. Dr. Sudhir Kumar (49 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It is safe

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for your query

I'm Dr Sudhir Kumar

I have gone through your query and understand your concern.It is safe. It doesn't has any harmful effect on bleeding ulcers.

You can discuss with your doctor about it.

Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then I will be happy to help you.

Wishing you a good health.
Take care.

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