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Hi,salycilic acid 5% during pregnancy..i used it in thighs & legs as scrub ,then discovered my pregnancy,one month fetus,is it safe,worried?thnx

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Dr. Ashu Syal answered

Yes: Systemic absorption of skin applying Meds should be minimum. Not enough to harm fetus

Answered 6/4/2014

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A member asked:

Hi,salycilic acid 5% during pregnancy..i used it in thighs & legs as scrub ,then discovered my pregnancy,one month fetus,is it safe,worried?thnx

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ashu Syal answered

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