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Can boric acid be swallowed?

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Dr. Ronald Achong
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Oral &Maxillofacial Surgery 19 years experience
Won't recommned this: Any acid can potentially cause burning in mouth, throat, lung or gastrointestinal tract. The potential scaring from this acid can lead to strictures which can cause obstruction in the body.
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