Bathing

[Teaclinton 9]

When can we fully shower? I had the tube which was removed from my stomach and not sure if day 9 is safe to wash or if I should use hydrogen peroxide or...

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[axlr8n 161]

I was allowed to shower the day after surgery... taking a bath was not allowed for some time. Basically you can get soap and Water on the wounds you just don't want to soak them. No need for hydrogen peroxide.

[axlr8n 161]

BTW, this was all in my discharge papers from the hospital. You should check with your surgeon in case your instructions are different.

[shriner37 249]

My discharge instructions said I could take showers starting the day I went home, but for the first two weeks I should stand mostly with my back to the running Water. This was while the wounds were dressed and before the staples were removed at two weeks. After that I was free to do whatever.

[Yaberhoo 358]

Don't use hydrogen peroxide as it will damage the tissues of your skin. I bought Hibclens from the drug store at the suggestion of one of the nurses and used gold Dial soap as well until the scabs were fully formed. Wash all over your body with the Dial and focus on the wounds with the Hibclens.

[Author Andrea 16]

Also, anyone know about how soon I can fly? Nxt wk I'm scheduled, Will be week 3. Should I take a lovenox shot and how many hours before?

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

Also, anyone know about how soon I can fly? Nxt wk I'm scheduled, Will be week 3. Should I take a lovenox shot and how many hours before?

This should be something you ask your surgeon.

[FocusOnMeNow 599]

I showered with Hibiclens every day for two weeks after my surgery. And three days beforehand. Definitely no scrubbing my tummy till the scabs fell off though.

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

I was okayed to shower upon discharge. In fact I showered before I left the hospital. Baths were not okayed until after the incisions had scabbed similar to pool instructions. I was told mild soap and warm Water. I had medicated soap from my IVC filter placement that I was allowed to use. Thing like peroxide, etc... are not a good idea as they can actually impede healing. If you are unclear about showering instructions and wound care, you should call your program and review this info with them.

[curvybritt 53]

I think it has to do with what dressings you have on your incisions.

I had waterproof dressings so I was fine to shower after surgery.

[Author Andrea 16]

I just have gauze & tape that I have to chg daily but seems I should clean it, be it shower or...

I just have gauze & tape that I have to chg daily but seems I should clean it, be it shower or...