Why Should Immunocompromised Patients Avoid Hydrogen Peroxide Rinses

question 10

Multiple Choice

Why should immunocompromised patients avoid hydrogen peroxide rinses?

• A) It causes accelerated tissue breakdown.
• B) It is associated with oral candidiasis.
• C) It is associated with oral herpes.
• D) It is associated with worsening necrotizing periodontal disease.
• E) It is associated with halitosis.

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