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Is It Ok To Use Heating Pad For Adhesions From Ulcer?
Hi, I am recovering from a suture removal due to RNY surgery 5 years ago. The suture caused an ulcer and had to be removed. My surgeon told me I most likely have some adhesions on my right side. I was wondering what I can do for the pain at home other than pain meds because they cause me to have constipation. Is it OK to use a heating pad? Should I wear a tight top to hold the muscle in place. I have most of my pain when bending over and walking.
Hi i am Dr Ahmed Aly i dont think the hot compresses is a good idea in an infected or bare skin areas wearing tight tops on a clean antiseptic dressing with taking your antibiotics and medications would be ok multiple dressings should be frequent and enough , avoid bending over and vigorous activities till healing of the wound is acomplished
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Is It Ok To Use Heating Pad For Adhesions From Ulcer?
Hi i am Dr Ahmed Aly i dont think the hot compresses is a good idea in an infected or bare skin areas wearing tight tops on a clean antiseptic dressing with taking your antibiotics and medications would be ok multiple dressings should be frequent and enough , avoid bending over and vigorous activities till healing of the wound is acomplished