Category: Go See Your Doctor, But…

Local Coburg doctor answers questions and gives unsolicited advice.

Will my kid get sick from licking hand sanitizer off their hands?
Licking hand sanitiser won’t harm a child but can be dangerous if they drink a larger amount. Hand sanitiser contains a high concentration of alcohol which could cause alcohol poisoning. This can drop blood sugar levels, cause decreased consciousness and breathing troubles.

–-Dr C Burger

Coburg-living doctor answering your questions and giving unsolicited advice

I have two pieces of advice and it’s inspired by common questions and oversights I see all the time:

Yes, you can mix panadol and ibuprofen!

And please — Moisterise your feet if they’re dry! Cracks on the skin can lead to an infection. This can be a big problem if you have diabetes!

— Dr E Bop