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I was sprayed with a mist by a stranger on the sidewalk. are there any viruses or bacteria that can come in the form of a spray?

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Dr. Bidur Dhakal answered

Specializes in Hospital-based practice

Depends: It depends on what type of mist it was. Most have some sort of chemicals rather than virus or bacteria. If that affected your skin- clean withe running water. If eyes or mucosa are affected to to emergency. If burning itching or redness swelling - need to see a medical provider. If no issues- make sure you clean yourself up carefully.

Dr Saghafi and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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