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Sodium hydroxide in sink drain, 4yo brushes teeth - water collects in sink, brush goes into water and mouth.no burns/discomfort-should we take to er?

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Dr. Timothy Schultz answered

Specializes in General Practice

Strength of sodium h: Unlikely need er - if he is not symptomatic- drooling or difficulty swallowing, stomach pain, wheezing or coughing would need evaluation immediately.

Answered 9/21/2013

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Dr. Joel Doyon answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

Not a problem: Do you mean peroxide? If so, it's not a problem because it is diluted and such a small concentration does not cause any harm.

Answered 8/21/2013

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A member asked:

Sodium hydroxide in sink drain, 4yo brushes teeth - water collects in sink, brush goes into water and mouth.no burns/discomfort-should we take to er?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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