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Wash it completely off by flushing the skin with copious amounts of water.. and move on... because its not that big of deal. Just wash it off because it can give you frostbite...

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Q: What to do if cold pack breaks and makes contact with skin?
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In cold packs is usedAmmonium nitrate. It's dangerous because it can explode. But for this it must be absolutely dry.In a cold pack it is in a water solution. Nevertheless you shouldn't eat it or contact it a long time with your skin. In case of a damage of the cold pack you can just wash it away with water.


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Should cold pack or heat make a lump down?

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