Hibiclens
I can top you. My surgeon's manual says I'm supposed to bathe twice daily for three days before surgery, using antibacterial soap.
Not bloody likely, is all I can say to that. I would irritate the holy crap out of my skin and probably leave it more open to infection than doing the two Hibiclens thing. I ran into big problems when I first went on an insulin pump by cleaning the infusion sites with Dial antibacterial, before also swabbing with an antiseptic wipe. The sites were really raw and irritated, and magically improved once a very smart nurse suggested I stop using the Dial.
Having tested for blood sugar and given injections many times daily for 24 years, I am somewhat skeptical that the average germs on our abdominal skin are that dangerous. Sure, if you are dirty, have been gardening, around sick people, etc., then of course you need to clean that up. But I stopped using alcohol wipes for finger sticks and injections at least 20 years ago, and I've NEVER had an infection. And yanno, I'm diabetic and more prone to infections. Now, scrapes and stuff, yes I wash those off immediately with hydrogen peroxide and good old soap and water.
But note: I'm not saying you shouldn't do what your surgeon says. Just be cautious if you have sensitive skin.
Not bloody likely, is all I can say to that. I would irritate the holy crap out of my skin and probably leave it more open to infection than doing the two Hibiclens thing. I ran into big problems when I first went on an insulin pump by cleaning the infusion sites with Dial antibacterial, before also swabbing with an antiseptic wipe. The sites were really raw and irritated, and magically improved once a very smart nurse suggested I stop using the Dial.
Having tested for blood sugar and given injections many times daily for 24 years, I am somewhat skeptical that the average germs on our abdominal skin are that dangerous. Sure, if you are dirty, have been gardening, around sick people, etc., then of course you need to clean that up. But I stopped using alcohol wipes for finger sticks and injections at least 20 years ago, and I've NEVER had an infection. And yanno, I'm diabetic and more prone to infections. Now, scrapes and stuff, yes I wash those off immediately with hydrogen peroxide and good old soap and water.
But note: I'm not saying you shouldn't do what your surgeon says. Just be cautious if you have sensitive skin.
Jenn
Type 1 diabetic, 26 years
With great power (the DS!) comes great responsibility.
That Dial stuff really stinks, too, doesn't it? I can't stand it. I'm not one of these who thinks that we should anti-bacterial all germs out of existance on a daily basis. But I really do understand the reason behind the hibiclens scrubs. The nurse in the preop testing center will give you a bottle of hibiclens or something similar with a different name, Jenn.
I don't use alcohol wipes for injections or fingersticks at home,either Jenn. I figure I've got all those germs at home, anyway. Plus the fact that nursing research has been done that there's not much point in it at home. But in the (relatively unlikely) event that I have to test or inject away from home, then I do use them then. Even though I've read that you have to scrub for over a minute for the alcohol swabs to actually kill the germs. I think the concept is more to just wash them away. Well, the Concept is probably to kill them. The actuality is that it just washes them away.
Dennie
I don't use alcohol wipes for injections or fingersticks at home,either Jenn. I figure I've got all those germs at home, anyway. Plus the fact that nursing research has been done that there's not much point in it at home. But in the (relatively unlikely) event that I have to test or inject away from home, then I do use them then. Even though I've read that you have to scrub for over a minute for the alcohol swabs to actually kill the germs. I think the concept is more to just wash them away. Well, the Concept is probably to kill them. The actuality is that it just washes them away.
Dennie
"It's so beautifully arranged on the plate - you know someone's fingers have been all over it. ~Julia Child"
"Well, the Concept is probably to kill them. The actuality is that it just washes them away."
You know, your idea about using alcohol wipes away from home is sensible. Especially while traveling or something. Thanks!
I'll use the hibiclens or whatever, but fuggedabout showering six times in three days. I mean, any bacteria that can last more than 24 hours and two showers on the skin is going to laugh at those extra four showers, I'm thinking.
You know, your idea about using alcohol wipes away from home is sensible. Especially while traveling or something. Thanks!
I'll use the hibiclens or whatever, but fuggedabout showering six times in three days. I mean, any bacteria that can last more than 24 hours and two showers on the skin is going to laugh at those extra four showers, I'm thinking.
Jenn
Type 1 diabetic, 26 years
With great power (the DS!) comes great responsibility.
Hi! I'm going to use this stuff called Dyna-Hex 4 that my surgeon's office gave me. I wash with it the night before from my neck to just above my privates (they said not to get it on the privates--do I sound like a middle school kiddo?--as it can burn in that area) and then again the morning of surgery. It sounds like a great idea.
Can you believe it's almost our turn??
Felicia
Can you believe it's almost our turn??
Felicia
HW 264 SW 248 CW 140.8 GW 140
Thanks to you and Storm mentioning the burning in certain areas. Nurse didn't mention that.
Yeah, it's nearly here. I remember when I first got the call with the date thinking I had so much to do and lots of time to do it in. Not any more. Good luck on Monday. Hope your stay is uneventful and your recovery is speedy.
van
Yeah, it's nearly here. I remember when I first got the call with the date thinking I had so much to do and lots of time to do it in. Not any more. Good luck on Monday. Hope your stay is uneventful and your recovery is speedy.
van
No Retreat! No Surrender!
I just have to shower twice a day with an antibacterial soap such as dial or lever 2000 starting 3 days prior to my surgery "paying special attention to the trunk of the body and getting in any and all folds of skin." Haha thats what my directions are anyway!
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Jeniffer G.
Jeniffer G.
I was told to use dial antibacterial body wash the night before and morning of surgery. Paying special attention to my torso and skin folds, belly button etc.
Original DS-1/07/09- Dr. Simper, SW: 286, LW:170, Post-op HW:194
Hiatal Hernia Repair & Revised DS to Hess Method-1/29/14- Dr. Keshishian, SW:194, CW:176, GW:130ish
PCOS w/ 2 post DS pregnancies!
During my consult with my surgeon, his bariatric NP gave me a bottle of Hibiclens with instructions to use half of it in the shower the evening before my surgery and the second half in the shower the morning of my surgery. I was warned not to wash above my shoulders. I could, however, wash my face and hair with the usual cleanser and shampoo, respectively, before applying the Hibiclens on the rest of me.
I was not allowed to use body lotion or deodorant after either shower session.
I could not stand the smell of Hibiclens either.
I was not allowed to use body lotion or deodorant after either shower session.
I could not stand the smell of Hibiclens either.
Vicki 
DS (lap) with Dr. Clifford Deveney. Cholecystectomy (lap) with Dr. Clifford Deveney 19 months post-op.
Has not weighed myself since 1/2010. Letting my clothes gauge my progress instead.
The hospital gave me one of the "sponges" that the Drs use when they scrub into the OR. I had to use that on my entire belly area the morning of my surgery!! They said to use the soft side, not the rough side!! It foamed up to a nice lather!! Didn't smell bad or anything!!
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