Patient's question:
Medical Description: Eighth day after circumcision, went to change the last dressing today. The nurse said I could take a bath tomorrow after removing the bandage myself. This nurse who gave me the instructions hasn't seen my wound, and I estimate it has healed. I asked if I need anything to clean it, and she said nothing is needed.Question: What should I do if the bandage sticks to the skin when removing it? I saw the nurse use a liquid to moisten it before removing it. Is it alcohol? Can I really take a bath now? I have a bottle of povidone-iodine at home, with a concentration of 5%. Can I use it to clean the glans?
Thank you.
Past Treatment and Effect: Eighth day after circumcision, went to change the last dressing today. The nurse said I could take a bath tomorrow after removing the bandage myself. This nurse who gave me the instructions...
Doctor's answer:
Medical Analysis: Hello, it's best not to take a bath. A short shower is acceptable, but be careful to avoid prolonged soaking of the wound.Suggestions: It's better not to take a bath, but a short shower is okay. However, avoid excessive soaking of the wound. Pay attention to personal hygiene, keep the external area dry, and maintain a light diet. It is recommended to focus on local disinfection. Avoid getting the area wet during daily activities to prevent infection. It is advisable to continue medication and treatment.