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My doctor used hydrogen peroxide for ingrown toenail. what does that do?
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It is an: Antiseptic, usually not the sole treatment. Removal is what is done if not resolved. Antibiotics if it gets infected.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Disinfects: It's a liquid antibiotic and gets places that ointments and creams don't. It is caustic to new granulation tissue, so it's best used once initially.
Answered 10/29/2014
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