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I accidentally used too hot of water. i was standing with my back facing shower, slightly bent over to wash my bum bidet style, no soap, just water was too hot. what should i be doing to help recovery? no burns, just feels dry and irritated?

Q: i accidentally used too hot of water. i was standing with my back facing shower, slightly bent over to wash my bum bidet style, no soap, just water was too hot. what should i be doing to help recovery? no burns, just feels dry and irritated?

: Do nothing. No harm occurred.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Do nothing. No harm occurred.

Answered 12/14/2022

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A member asked:

I accidentally used too hot of water. i was standing with my back facing shower, slightly bent over to wash my bum bidet style, no soap, just water was too hot. what should i be doing to help recovery? no burns, just feels dry and irritated?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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