The hazards of medical alcohol to humans include allergic reactions, skin irritation, and digestive burns. Medical alcohol, also known as ethanol, is usually at a concentration of 75% and is commonly used in clinical settings to sterilize the skin. It is generally not harmful to the human body when used appropriately.
1. Allergic reaction: some patients may have allergic reactions after using medical alcohol disinfection, such as itching, burning, pain, redness and other symptoms, such as a history of alcohol allergy, it is recommended not to use medical alcohol disinfection.
2. Skin irritation: long-term use of medical alcohol wipe in the same area, the skin mucosa is prone to drying, cracking, you can rub emollient cream to relieve, try to avoid long-term use in the same area.
3. Digestive tract burns: medical alcohol can not drink, such as accidental consumption of medical alcohol may lead to esophageal burns.
If the above discomfort occurs, you need to go to a regular medical institution for consultation and follow the doctor’s instructions for active treatment.