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Is it safe to smell rubbing alcohol while pregnant sometimes?

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Probably but why?: You should maximize the changes for your developing baby. Smelling organic chemicals like rubbing alcohol is unlikely to cause a problem but why take the risk? Stop this and wait until after delivery.

Dr Hegab and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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