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Using nose med with polyethylene glycol daily. i have no hx of kidney disease but i heard it can damage kidneys with long term use. should i worry?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

No: It won't affect your kidneys

Answered 2/28/2018

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