A member asked:

I got raid (the bug spray) on myself and couldn't wash myself until several hours later. i honestly don't feel bad, but am i ok? i'm just worried.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Insecticide: Raid and other insecticides would not be allowed to be sold if they were so dangerous. You don't want a large exposure (don't drink a can of the stuff!), but exposures with proper use are safe. Getting some on your skin isn't a significant health risk, no matter how long it stays. There are theroetical risks such chemicals could have long term health risks (e.g. cancer), but any such risk is low.

Answered 9/1/2019

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Skin is a barrier: Such an exposure has more risk if you inhale the fumes or suck it off your fingers. The skin as hundreds of cell layers thick & penetration of such an exposure is negligible.It does not enter your bloodstream & become toxic to you. When such exposures are likely wear long sleeves & learn to remove clothing without exposing yourself further.

Answered 9/3/2019

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