Dr. Alexis also notes that while hydrogen peroxide is germicidal and can kill a wide range of bacteria, yeasts, fungi, viruses, and spores, it may not be effective against some organisms.

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Health experts warn against using hydrogen peroxide to treat or clean minor scrapes or cuts because it can irritate the skin and kill healthy cells within the wound.

Health experts warn against using hydrogen peroxide to treat or clean minor scrapes or cuts because it can irritate the skin and kill healthy cells within the wound.

Health experts warn against using hydrogen peroxide to treat or clean minor scrapes or cuts because it can irritate the skin and kill healthy cells within the wound.