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I have entered a bathroom that small amount of nitric acid been used in for 2 hours then i smelled something weird after a bit i have now mucus in my throat , am i at risk of any damage to my lungs?

Q: i have entered a bathroom that small amount of nitric acid been used in for 2 hours then i smelled something weird after a bit i have now mucus in my throat , am i at risk of any damage to my lungs?

: No. Gargle with water to get rid of the mucus

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No. Gargle with water to get rid of the mucus

Answered 9/28/2021

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A member asked:

I have entered a bathroom that small amount of nitric acid been used in for 2 hours then i smelled something weird after a bit i have now mucus in my throat , am i at risk of any damage to my lungs?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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