Got dressing off wound
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I have been a bit worried about my wound for that last couple of days.
it has been 2 weeks today since my THR on my left hip, so I went to the doctor to get the dressing removed this morning and YAY, it is all healing up nicely. Just one problem. I never asked him about if it would be ok to shower now, he said I can give it a clean with some warm water, but not sure about showering. Do any of you guys know what I would be best off doing??
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maureen44782 julie90197
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debbie28087 julie90197
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Rocketman_SG6UK julie90197
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I'd guess that if he said "give it a clean with some warm water", he didn't mean have a shower, best ask for clarification.
Graham
hazel14263 julie90197
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renee01952 julie90197
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if the scar is closed I think you can take a shower ...
after 1st THR I had to wait until staples were removed to take a shower and after 2nd THR, 6 months later, same surgeon, same hospital (same bed !!!) I was taken to the shower on 2nd day post op .... go figure !!
just make sure that someone is with you or close to you okay ?
let us know how you are getting on
big warm hug
renee
judith12644 julie90197
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julie90197
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Thanks for all the advice. I will be putting a new dressing on when I shower now. Think it will prob be for the best.
Cheers. J 😀😞
lyn1951 julie90197
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First time I was wrapped was after my hysterectomy, worked wonders keeping my dry, and lots of laughter from the nurses doing the wrapping.