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Using Alcoholic Sanitizer

Alcoholic sanitizers use two alcohols as active ingredients; they are ethanol (ethyl alcohol) or isopropyl alcohol. On using alcoholic sanitizer, be careful to avoid its contact to eyes, use it in a well-ventilated area, keep it away from heat and flames, and keep it away from children as they could get attracted, and if it is drunk by children, it could lead to alcohol poisoning.

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I am feeling urethral discomfort post-hand job. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 30 year old male. I received a hand job from a mysterious individual, and afterward, I put hand sanitizer all over my groin area. I think I put some in my urethra as well. Later that night I noticed a dull discomfort in my urethra, but nothing painful. It does not hurt when I pe...  Read Full »


Dr. Ravinder K. Sachdeva

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hand sanitizers are usually alcohol based preparations. No wonder that it caused some burning or discomfort in urethra. But do not worry, you did not cause any significant harm to yourself. This might not be the sole criteria to worry for STI (sexually transmitted infecti...  Read Full »

I am having erectile dysfunction after using sanitizer for masturbation. Please advise.

Query: Hello doctor, I was stupid and I used a hand sanitizer for masturbation. I feel no pain in my penis but I lost erection after that. I am afraid that it could not be temporary and I will be impotent for my entire life. Is there any way to get erection back by taking medicine or everything?  Read Full »


Dr. Sneha Mariam Varghese

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hope you are having a good day. I understand your concern, but please understand that hand sanitizers contain isopropyl alcohol and when in contact with sensitive skin like the penile skin, it could cause external and internal skin and mucosa damage. The discomfort w...  Read Full »

I am at risk of COVID-19 due to overweight with high BP. What precautions should I follow?

Query: Hi doctor, My question is about COVID-19. I am very worried about this virus. I am 29 years old and my job is essential so I am still out in the field. I am overweight and take medications for high blood pressure including Lisinopril and Metoprolol. Everything I read said this puts me at way more of...  Read Full »


Dr. Faisal Abdul Karim Malim

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Certain important points that can be put to good use by you: 1. Wear a surgical mask or an N95 mask (it is a little suffocating) when you go out to work. 2. Make sure to not touch any part of your face, ears, or head after touching any object outside your house. If yo...  Read Full »

Will accidentally applying hand sanitizer on pessary affect the vagina?

Query: Hi doctor, I accidentally put hand sanitizer on my pessary instead of a lubricant. I cleaned my vagina, and there is no burning or irritation. Now I am wondering what else I should do? Please guide me.  Read Full »


Dr. Reetika

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please do not worry. I fully understand your concern and will surely help you. Please tell me, how many hours back did this happen? Which lubricant do you use? How much quantity of hand sanitizer did you put? I am sure you would have removed the pessary after you rea...  Read Full »

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