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I put dettol on my already sore anus and now im in the worst pain ever . help?
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Rinse with water: It is a disinfectant antiseptic but for external use! It is irritating especially to anal mucosa and poisonous when swallowed or breathed in large amounts! So avoid it in the future !
Answered 8/29/2017
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