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What Do Y’all Put On Open And/or Closed Wounds?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Richmond, VA

I have 7 flares in my groin area and they feel like they’re on fire. I haven’t been able to sit or walk for a week now. The skin seem a little raw and irritated since I used essential tea tree and peppermint oil on them. Even when I try to wipes the wound with aloe and witch hazel wipes they start to burn. Neosporin pain gave a a burning sensation as well.

January 15
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A myHSteam Member

I also like universal flare care

September 2
A myHSteam Member

I put equaphor on it with non stick bandages and manuka honey bandages they are non stick and pulls out all of the drainage they are water resistant and can stay on least a week. If a your experiencing a lot of drainage change them daily before you shower or bath

February 18 (edited)
A myHSteam Member

If it’s irritation just on the skin surface use preparation H. It will moisturize the dried out skin and reduce inflammation. Benadryl antiseptic lotion is another, lidocaine spray is another.

January 29
A myHSteam Member

My doctor gave me Clindamycin gel, works well

January 28
A myHSteam Member

I use a&d ointment. Also gels with healing a little faster. Does not burn at all.

January 27 (edited)

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