Swabs for teething babies and adult noses have been recalled because they might have a microbial contamination “identified as fungi in cotton swab components.”

That’s what manufacturer Church & Dwight said in its notice announcing the recall of Orajel Baby Teething Swabs , Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs and Zicam Nasal AllClear Swabs from stores across the United States, including Puerto Rico.

The lots and expiration dates involved? All.

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What can contaminated swabs do?

Swabs with a microbial contamination can cause “serious and life-threatening blood infections in users whose nasal mucosa may be compromised due to inflammation and mechanical injurie,” the recall notice states. “The risk is highest (potentially sev

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