Is it ok to use epsom salt in a sitz bath?

[Kitchen Wench]

What are the pros or cons to using epsom salt in a sitz bath? I've looked on the web, but there isn't much out there on this specific topic.

Any help is greatly appreciated.

[cher3]

I was told by my OB to use Epsom Salts in a sitz bath (actually just a regular shallow bath) after I had my first baby. It was to help my episiotomy heal.

[Walloon]

The Epsom Salt Industry Council (http://www.epsomsaltcouncil.org/) says yes.

[Kitchen Wench]

thanks, guys.

[neuroman]

What is a sitz bath? Answer here. (http://www.pediatriconcall.com/forpatients/Procedures/sitz_bath.asp)

[Kitchen Wench]

What is a sitz bath? Answer here. (http://www.pediatriconcall.com/forpatients/Procedures/sitz_bath.asp)

Or this (http://www.walgreens.com/store/product.jhtml?id=prod398537&CATID=100897&skuid=sku398538&navAction=jump&navCount=1)