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A member asked:

Is it dangerous to one's health to disinfect with rubbing alcohol while pregnant?

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Dr. Rahil Malik answered

No: you can use rubbing alcohol to cleanse your hands.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/8/2020

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