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I have seen people use hydrogen peroxide in their nose. why is that?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Not sure: Peroxide has antiseptic properties so some may be using it to treat infection or break up crusting. It is very drying and irritating to tissue and may delay healing of wounds.
Answered 10/24/2017
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