Is Inhaling Nitric Acid Fumes During Pregnancy A Cause For Concern?

Posted on Thu, 6 Oct 2016

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Question : Hi, I am 6 weeks pregnant and I am being treated of a plantar wart with Nitric Acid. Once a week doctor is applying a small amount (with a cotton bud) to the skin on the affected area of the foot.

Is this safe?

Many Thanks
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Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal (-5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
It will not affect your pregnancy.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,

Thanks for trusting hcm about your health care.
I have gone through your history and understand your concerns.

As you are exposed to mild amount of nitric acid on skin it will not affect your baby.

Hope found useful, feel free to ask more information.

Good luck.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar