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Is it dangerous to bathe in a bathtub that contains rust in the drains?
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Unlikely: Wipe it off before, so minimal loose rust. Not very soluble. Rinse with shower if available. Topical, iron unlikely to be toxic.
Answered 4/8/2018
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