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Had coffee this morning out of cup that mould had been rinsed off with water would it have effect on her now flu like symptoms

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Dr. Richard Bensinger answered

Unlikely: Most contaminants on the surface of poorly washed dishes will be easily neutralized by the stomach acidity. You needn't worry about this. It certainly will have no effect on the flu.

Dr Kim agreed

Answered 4/15/2013

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A member asked:

Had coffee this morning out of cup that mould had been rinsed off with water would it have effect on her now flu like symptoms

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Bensinger answered

Dr Kim agreed

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