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Inhaled 3% hydrogen peroxide with a little water mixed in through my mouth to lungs any damage about 12 pumps through cleaned afrin mist bottle ?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Probably OK: The H2O2 is likely irritating to the lungs but unless done often, it is unlikely to impact any permanent damage with a single exposure. Why did you do it is another issue.

Dr Cremers agreed

Answered 4/8/2020

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A member asked:

Inhaled 3% hydrogen peroxide with a little water mixed in through my mouth to lungs any damage about 12 pumps through cleaned afrin mist bottle ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

Dr Cremers agreed

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