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How to get rid of dressing residue?

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belleAUSSydney
belleAUSSydney

Going back for a check-up on Friday and my op leg is still covered in grey residue from the various dressings. I have tried a lot of things to get rid of it. Is there an easy way?

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  • ScubaRob
    ScubaRob belleAUSSydney

    Posted

    I asked my GP the same question. He said I could use some oil if I wanted, otherwise it'd just come out on its on in a week or so ( that was my 2 week checkup ), and it did.
  • Hailea
    Hailea belleAUSSydney

    Posted

    I used nail varnish remover being careful not to get any near the wound works a treat 👍
  • belleAUSSydney
    belleAUSSydney

    Posted

    Thanks for the tips.

    I found some baby oil in the bathroom cupboard. Dabbed some on and left it for about five mins. Worked a treat. Of course, that's the front and side of the leg. I can't see the back so have no idea if I did a decent job there...

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