Question 1

can hydrogen peroxide present in bleaching products cause any serious problems (skin cancer, etc...) ?

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None at low levels: Hydrogen peroxide is generally sold at a 3% strength in the stores as a solution.  At that strength, exposure is unlikely to cause problems.  Significantly higher strengths, e.g. 30-50%, used commercially, can cause irritation and caution should be used when handling high concentration due to react by oxidizing other chemicals.

Question 2

does 35% food grade hydrogen peroxide kills cancer?

Accepted Answer

No.: It can kill patients, but not cancer.  Promoting hydrogen peroxide to treat cancer is a dangerous quackery.  Avoid it.

Question 3

can hydrogen peroxide help in the treatment of cancer?

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Very little data...: Taking a quick look at the medical literature, i found a couple of studies performed in japan where the authors injected unresectable tumors with hydrogen peroxide and then irradiated them, with the idea that the hydrogen peroxide would make the tumor more sensitive to radiation therapy. They demonstrated safety of the technique, but whether it helped or not was unclear.

Question 4

is hydrogen peroxide an alternative for cancer treatment?

Accepted Answer

No: Not that I am aware of. Best to stick with traditional medications recommended by a trained professional medical oncologist when dealing with a potentially serious condition of cancer.

Question 5

does hydrogen peroxide and ozone therapy helps in curing cancer ?

Accepted Answer

No: These are vicious frauds. Practitioners may be self-deceived; more often, they prey on people's desperation. Don't think, "It JUST MIGHT work"; say to yourself, "I will not reward these people, even a little bit, for lying to me." Heads of state and chiefs of spy organizations don't use this stuff when they get cancer; they're in a better position to know than anyone else.

Question 6

could hydrogen peroxide cause cavitys?

Accepted Answer

No: Hydrogen peroxide (assuming it is for dental use) does not cause cavities.

Question 7

what would be a good way to take care of a rash caused by hydrogen peroxide?

Accepted Answer

Stop using it.: First stop using hydrogen peroxide on your skin. Use only mild soap and water to wash with and rinse well. Use a moisturizer afterward and see your doctor if the rash continues.

Question 8

should hydrogen peroxide cause permanent skin damage?

Accepted Answer

Dont leave it on: I wouldnt soak your hand in it, otherwise, it is harmless if used to clean wounds.

Question 9

can hydrogen peroxide cause death? can any docs explain?

Accepted Answer

Hydrogen Peroxide: Per the National Capital Poison Center: consumption of concentrated hydrogen peroxide  (H2O2) has lead to deaths.  http://www.poison.org/poisonpost/june2012/hydrogenperoxide.htm).  Ingestion of concentrated H2O2 can lead to venous or arterial gas embolism, distention of hollow viscus with rupture, &amp; respiratory tract obstruction/ pulmonary aspiration.  Laryngospasm, coma, convulsions, confusion, &gt;

Question 10

can otc whitening mouthwashes/rinses that contain hydrogen peroxide (such as crest, colgate, etc.) cause tooth sensitivity with regular use?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can: Hudrogen Peroxide works as a bleaching agent because it penetrates the enamel more deeply.It can cause teeth sensitivity.But it subsides when it is discontinued

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