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What are the uses of nitrogen in doctors’ offices and clinics?

Asked by mazingerz88 (28825points) March 7th, 2023 from iPhone

Many times whenever I pass by behind a building occupied by mostly doctors conducting their business, I see a truck delivering oxygen tanks and nitrogen tanks. I’m wondering what the nitrogen is being used for? Thanks.

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gondwanalon's avatar

Doctors use liquid nitrogen to burn off worts and actinic keratosis (AK).

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mazingerz88's avatar

^^Thank you! Yes there’s a cosmetic surgery clinic in there.

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zenvelo's avatar

Just for clarity, Dr.s can burn off warts, but they use liquid nitrogen to freeze off warts.

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Caravanfan's avatar

Liquid nitrogen is super cool to play with.

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mazingerz88's avatar

^^Use against T1000 too I think.

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gondwanalon's avatar

@zenvelo That goes without saying.

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