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Is Taking Tylenol Without Washing Hands After Touching Dog Risky?
Question: i gave my dog a small dog treat and then i took a tylenol, I didn't wash my hands before taking the tylenol. Could I get sick?
Brief Answer:
NO!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.
I am so sorry to hear about this incident and all the inconveniences this has caused you. Honestly, there is nothing to be worried about. All is well. If it were that easy to get sick form animals, am sure all animals owner would be sick always. There is no need to be disturbed by what happened.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and do feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
NO!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.
I am so sorry to hear about this incident and all the inconveniences this has caused you. Honestly, there is nothing to be worried about. All is well. If it were that easy to get sick form animals, am sure all animals owner would be sick always. There is no need to be disturbed by what happened.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and do feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
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