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Iodine skin disinfectant
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Could iodine alcohol irritate your skin immediately upon contact?
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A member asked:
If i am allergic to iodine how will they clean my skin before surgery?
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If i put iodine on a mole, would the mole eventually fall off? i also wondered if i should surround the mole w/ vasoline to protect the skin.
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Is betadine skin cleanser (povidone iodine 7.5%) safe as a facial wash?
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A member asked:
Can oral providone iodine be used for skin disinfection or is it mouth only ? i have only that and some small wounds to treat.
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A member asked:
I am allergic to shrimp but can eat crab and fish. i am also allergic to seaweed. also very allergic to iodine swab on skin. can i take fish oil??
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I read taking detoxified iodine daily in water or on the skin relieves many things such as depression, weight gain, low energy, etc. is this true?
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A member asked:
My gp is sending me for a head ct do i need to get an iodine injection before it? i am scared of needles
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