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Is it safe to use hydrogen peroxide on wounds?
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Hydrogen peroxide is a good agent for cleaning out wounds. It has an antibacterial effect on certain germs like staph, which absorb the material which then destroys their cells. An effort to dry the wound after its use is important as the water it leaves behind can slow local healing.
Answered 8/16/2022
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