thebynum79 10 Posted February 17, 2016 Hello all. I have a question. It's not so much about surgery as it is about the issues that come with being heavy. Do or have any of you had issues with sweat under your stomach, and what did you do or are doing to remedy that issue? Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cervidae 2,389 Posted February 17, 2016 gold bond powder! Also I take a shower once a day. I can't stand feeling dirty, even just imagined dirt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thebynum79 10 Posted February 17, 2016 Thanks so much. I wasn't sure what powder to use. But now I know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cervidae 2,389 Posted February 17, 2016 @@thebynum79 I use regular baby powder sometimes too. The gold bond is sort of tingly because it's medicated to help raw skin, and the baby powder is just soft and is more to help prevent issues, from my experience. Any powder will work, it's sort of personal preference. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaisyAmy 561 Posted February 17, 2016 If you're thinking of getting plastics someday, make sure you talk to your dr about your issues. I did, they documented it for future insurance approval and prescribed me nystatin cream and powder to use. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dub 9,922 Posted February 17, 2016 Pre-Op strategy for me was to take a morning & evening shower and use Mitchum brand deodorant (best stuff in the universe......they have men's & women's formulas.....absolutely awesome product). Post-Op strategy......lost the belly....almost. No kidding......it's going away bigtime in the 4 months since sleeve surgery. I can't begin to tell you how much better I feel about everything, too. Loosing that beer gut is such a relief. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goodnuff 239 Posted February 17, 2016 I resorted to buying quick dry sports towels to put underneath. They are thin, absorb well and dry fast. I was hoping to be able to stop using them but now I can't stand the sensation of skin on skin so I still use them. They are just a little too long now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tobomb2b4gotten 18 Posted February 17, 2016 (edited) Use an anti-bacterial soap. I use Dial gold anti-Bacterial soap bar, for all my rolls and it works perfect. FYI I live in the Desert, Palmdale California, known for triple digit weather and dry heat. Best wishes;) Also, I used it after having a C-section, I was sent home with staples because of my overlapping belly. I never got a infection. Edited February 17, 2016 by Tobomb2b4gotten Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mngreeneyes 674 Posted February 17, 2016 I use Secret antiperspirant. When I use it under my arms, I put a layer on under my belly. I found that the powders only work to a point for me, but the antiperspirant has worked much better. pam Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thebynum79 10 Posted February 18, 2016 Went and some baby powder today at the store, and it feels great! I'll see how it feels through the the week. Thanks everyone! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meganliz0824 65 Posted February 18, 2016 I work in a hospital setting so I had access to this before surgery. It is fabulous. You can find it cheaper on Amazon but it is definitely worth it. https://www.interdry.com/ Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steven1954 89 Posted March 8, 2016 Nystatin powder. Prescription works best I was getting fungus infections which forced me to get skin removed That turned out to be the best solution Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jesshold 1 Posted March 18, 2016 Nystatin spray powder is awesome and easier to apply than some powders... I also like anti-monkey-butt. They have great advertising and a decent product. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mizzzzzzT 80 Posted March 18, 2016 I use deodorant seems to work great Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jessica Ellison-Correa 66 Posted March 23, 2016 I use men's deoderant and that works great for me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites