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Does rubbing alcohol on your penis damage it?

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Rubbing alcohol: This substance can be a bit harsh for the penis.

Answered 12/14/2020

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Dr. Craig Smith answered

Specializes in Urology

Thanks for asking!: It will dry skin on the shaft and be an irritant to the meatus most surgical preps have a high concentration of alcoholbut are mixed other non-stringent compounds.

Answered 12/14/2020

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