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A member asked:
I have canker sores that sometimes have minor, brief bleeding. is it safe to eat raw sushi? i'm worried about parasites entering my bloodstream.
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Wait to eat it: It is better to wait until your mouth is healed before you eat any raw sushi. You are at higher risk of infection when you have open sores.
Answered 8/22/2013
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Perspective: If there are parasites in your sushi, they will enter your system whether or not you have open sores. Remember, you are swallowing your food. There is always a risk with raw sushi, as well as many other not fully cooked foods. I love sushi and only go to some high quality restaurants for it.
Answered 12/10/2013
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