Shower After Surgery? When Is It Safe?

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Shower After Surgery? When Is It Safe?

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4 жыл бұрын

The global COVID-19 pandemic has all of us concerned. This video may be helpful if you have had recent surgery or a minor procedure that required an incision.
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@audnbob1 2 жыл бұрын

Going tomorrow for a total reverse shoulder surgery. Appreciate this! Thank you for having a sense of humor as well! I'm a wreck and humor eases my tension for sure. I hope my surgeon and his team have a sense of humor and crank the music at least until I'm knocked out lol!!!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Audrey. Totally normal to be nervous. Best of luck during your recovery. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@nancyjones6428 2 жыл бұрын

I would love to hear some Led Zepplin during my surgery.

@bipashabasu3012 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. I just had an open abdomen surgery and is freaked out at so many levels. So really appreciate this information and the nice way in which it was presented .

@myyou7335 3 жыл бұрын

I got operated for ruptured appendix. Got discharged yesterday and showered today. I almost went crazy when my dressing got wet. Google and youtube sure is a blessing.

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it is ok Flan. Best of luck during your recovery which is a long slow process but if you do what you are told it should be ok. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@munajedski 4 жыл бұрын

After hardware removal I was instructed that it was OK to shower 48 hours post op. Remove the dressing, shower, then replace with clean dressing. The only thing I wish I was prepared for was that the dressing was stuck to my ankle which made the removal a bit uncomfortable. I doused the dressing with peroxide to help loosen it which did help.

@TalkingWithDocs 4 жыл бұрын

Hi M. All surgeons and surgeries are a little different. Yes, sometimes you need to soak the dressing off due to dry blood. Glad to hear you got through it. Thanks for watching.

@Saltine_American 5 ай бұрын

KZfaq is great but please ask YOUR surgeon if you have questions or concerns about your wound care.

@TalkingWithDocs 5 ай бұрын

Yes we agree. These are simply our recommendations for our patients. Everyone is different

@chryseass.5143 4 жыл бұрын

Nice to see you guys getting on with business as usual. I am imagining that elective surgery is getting postponed these days. I was told that Princess Margaret closed its Emerg to walk ins more than a week ago. Stay safe, Docs!

@TalkingWithDocs 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Chryseas. Sorry for the late reply. Yes our hospital is closed for elective surgeries for the time being. It will be reassessed as the pandemic declares itself. Please stay safe and thanks for watching.

@Gyrine1969 Жыл бұрын

Totally Abbott & Costello ! LMAO !

@TalkingWithDocs Жыл бұрын

Thanks Frank

@Gyrine1969 Жыл бұрын

@@TalkingWithDocs Your absolutely welcome ! Just got home from the VA hosp. in albany , ny total reverse shoulder replacement your video's help me a lot ,thanks a lot !

@manna2r 4 жыл бұрын

Stay safe Doctors and thank you so much for so informative vlogs. I was scheduled for knee replacement in few days but postponed for now but I was so very ready after watching your videos. Once again thank you to you both and every first responder

@dsat1908 4 жыл бұрын

Good luck. I've been putting off left knee replacement for years...SYNVISC injections have worked very well for me as a stalling tactic

@manna2r 4 жыл бұрын

Dan Satalino thank you. I have taken shots but few months ago my knee got injured so nothing is helping...shots, physio and even acupressure so gave up and decided to go for surgery. Take Sir and stay safe and well

@TalkingWithDocs 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Amrit. Sorry to hear you have been cancelled as many others are in the same situation. We have cancelled all elective surgeries as well. Glad to hear we help get you ready. You will be ready when your time comes. Best of luck to you and thanks for watching.

@TalkingWithDocs 4 жыл бұрын

And to Dan. Continued good luck with the injections. Delaying as long as possible is always a good idea. Thanks for watching.

@SabrinaEickhoffingly 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! You guys are great! Informative and have a hilarious dynamic between you! HAHAHA!!! Love ya!!!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much LusealEyecough. Doing our best to keep it useful and entertaining. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@larriveeman Жыл бұрын

for my open hernia surgery, my surgeons office told me it was fine to take a shower and take the dressing off and keep it off after two days. Just need to keep it dry and clean.

@TalkingWithDocs Жыл бұрын

Very nice. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@Asher22222 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the timely info! Just had major shoulder surgery and took my first post procedure shower today. After taking off the bulky bandages, I covered each suture site with these crazy good waterproof Nexcare bandages. They worked great! So much so that I decided to leave them on (rather than replace them with fresh bandages after showing). I just wish I had put a touch of Vaseline or CeraVE healing ointment on them first. I will when I replace them. New subscriber here! I appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us! ❤

@TalkingWithDocs Жыл бұрын

That is awesome Elizabeth! Glad you are ok. All the best during your recovery. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@Asher22222 Жыл бұрын

@@TalkingWithDocs Thank you so much! I truly appreciate the gift of your time and talent. ❤️

@TalkingWithDocs Жыл бұрын

Doing our best!

@Asher22222 Жыл бұрын

@@TalkingWithDocs ❤️‍🩹🥰

@danielleshay1972 2 жыл бұрын

You 2 are so cute! I wish you were my surgeons. I'm having a complete knee replacement in about 2 weeks and I'm very scared. Afraid of the pain. However I've been in pain for years, walk with a cane or walker. I have a high pain tolerance so hope that helps. Thanks for all the info. (Yes, Canada is cold, and I live in a small village and have to fly to get to my hospital. Hope I won't have trouble getting home.)

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Wow Danielle! Good luck with your upcoming total knee. Hopefully our videos have helped reduce your anxiety and make you feel more prepared. You’ve got this!! Thanks for watching and subscribing

@enumaa4935 2 жыл бұрын

I needed this detailed information 3 weeks ago after a minor procedure!!!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Enuma. Hope it all worked out. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@ivanyamanaka26 Жыл бұрын

im glad my surgeon uses a wound vac for my hip surgery makes showering ez but glad to have it off just dreading getting the 29 staples taken off!!

@cm84487 3 ай бұрын

what about four weeks into a wound vac theres still a hole but there having me just do dressings at home now

@memjay9932 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏 you’re info is really helpful and FUN.. You guys are pretty nice for surgeons😀

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mem. We are so glad to help and also glad you thought we were nice - we try! Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@rpphoto8083 Жыл бұрын

you guys are the best, totally cheered me up watching this. thanks!

@TalkingWithDocs Жыл бұрын

Doing our best! Thanks for watching and subscribing

@BionicMilkaholic 7 ай бұрын

Until you can shower, use baby wipes so you can freshen up. Dry shampoo works, but you may want to go to a barber or salon just to get your hair washed. Once you can shower, use a shower chair until you are sure you can stand steady that long.

@thegreypath1777 2 ай бұрын

Excellent tips! Thank you.

@Lyn4817 4 жыл бұрын

Waterproof dressing, yes! Regardless my Orthopaedic surgeons (2) have both been of the opinion that their patients keep their operation sites dry. Not all Orthopaedics think this way if recommending wrapping the surgical site in plastic of some kind to keep it dry in the shower.. A plastic bag tapped on it, does the trick. Until staple holes healed, I will wipe over with Betadine or similar, once the dressing is removed. We always assume our water supply is clean. Unfortunately that no longer applies thanks to fracking, even in hospitals. You need to ensure your wound doesn't become infected, which is disastrous for joint replacements. Completely agree, as a patient you need to be diligent about your care. I once asked for some pain relief to be told I had already had it. I hadn't had any for over six hours. Fortunately 15 minutes later the nurse returned with my pain relief saying I had in fact not had any for some time. It is something you really need to monitor because unfortunately, due to unethical care, your pain meds could end up being used by a staff member or collected by a member, for future street sale. This has only really become an issue in more recent days.

@TalkingWithDocs 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lyn for sharing your story which is very helpful for our viewers and patients to hear. Lots of good information. Thanks for watching

@loraineh3414 3 жыл бұрын

After my TKR last August I had my first shower, with assistance from hubby, & had been told I needed to keep the wound area completely dry. I didn't know if it was a waterproof dressing or not. However, I bought a full leg cover, along with a shower seat, so my dressing was completely dry. However, once I had my dressing & clips removed I showered normally, still seated, & used & massaged a moisturiser, (Egyptian Magic), & Arnica gel into my wound & knee every day & still do. This certainly helped with reducing the swelling & the healing of the wound. Looking forward to my right TKR August!

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

We agree CellTechAdv. We are in Ontario so the sun only comes out in summer! Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did

@loraineh3414 3 жыл бұрын

@@TalkingWithDocs Sorry I'm confused. Was this reply meant for me? Or am I just having a blonde moment? 👱‍♀️

@ChrisCapoccia 3 жыл бұрын

interesting. definitely this will be a part of the instructions from the surgeon. for major surgeries there can even be prescription soap

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Yes there can Chris. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@mom2boys170 4 жыл бұрын

Thought you already did a video on this? Does social distancing apply to the shower as well 🤔 no shower buddies? What has the world come to. Glad you guys are still in good spirits. Shout out to the hospital staff that are no doubt exhausted 🙌

@TalkingWithDocs 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mom2Boys. Proceed with caution for the shower. And yes all healthcare workers are doing everything they can during this time of crisis. We just need everyone else to keep doing their part and hopefully this will get better soon. Thanks for watching.

@jenGeeJushawshee 3 жыл бұрын

Zalzal doesn’t even know his own damn post op instructions 😂

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jen. So often post op instructions are variable depending on procedure, patient, etc. Don't be too hard on Dr Zalzal! Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing if you did.

@alidavalentinagosgnach700 2 жыл бұрын

Wow love you guys!!! You always make me laugh 😂😂 you are the best surgeons ever!! Looking forward to your next video!!😊

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Alida. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@wordswordswords8203 Жыл бұрын

Good info to have on video. It's so easy to forget this stuff after surgery and then you can't find your discharge papers with the instructions or get through to the nurse, etc. Cute snowman surgical cap, cute everything. 🤍

@TalkingWithDocs Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Words! It’s from Frozen 😀

@scottdowney4318 2 жыл бұрын

back in 2009 I got 2nd and 3rd degree burns on both legs bad. Got skin grafts, then the graft failed, too late I just healed anyway. So at hospital there was no wet soaking, which is good! I talked to the burn nurse, she said they stopped doing that as people had worse outcomes. Makes sense! Glad I got burned after that medical practice was changed. Imagine a badly burned skin, and they are soaking it and keeping it wet, and the tissue gets all macerated. Nasty. Was the most painful experience. Open raw burn wounds getting soaked. Imagine that.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Scott. Wow sounds like you had a tough go in 2009. Are you a firefighter? Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@scottdowney4318 2 жыл бұрын

@@TalkingWithDocs It was my boat, engine flooded due to a fuel pump failure, I pulled out plugs and cranked it over but forgot to ground the spark coil, so the gas soaked my pants, and then the spark ignited it. I jumped off boat which was on the hard in a marina and got the burning pants off. The right pants leg got stuck on my right ankle causing worse burns on that side. Under a minute for the fire against my skin, but had 6 months of extreme pain. I experienced no pain until going in a friend's truck to the fire station to be taken to the Sentara burn center in Norfolk . Parts of my skin were hanging off my right leg. Was a tough recovery and I am fully functional

@thegreypath1777 2 ай бұрын

@@scottdowney4318 - Oh man that sounds rough! Glad to hear you survived that, plus the torturous recovery! What a story!

@chithrakshis3028 Жыл бұрын

Do we need to cover surgery site with waterproof cover after removing stitches i.e 3 weeks after ACL reconstruction with meniscus repair .

@TalkingWithDocs Жыл бұрын

Usually not if it is clean, dry and healed. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@PbjSanguich 26 күн бұрын

I just had an appendectomy and this video confused the heck outta me

@TalkingWithDocs 26 күн бұрын

Sorry about that

@PbjSanguich 26 күн бұрын

@@TalkingWithDocs it’s totally okay! I was just too much in my head. I took a shower and everything went great! God bless you guys for all that you do. Not all heroes wear capes💘💘💘💘

@cheem3726 2 жыл бұрын

Ty! Recently I got a mole removed off my neck and got 3 stitches and this helped alot

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Glad we could help Cheem! Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@wmrustycox Жыл бұрын

Yep... just wanted to get home and get clean... kinda felt like a melted gummie that fell on the floor.

@heatherann502 2 жыл бұрын

I have open wound about as long as a index finger deep as thumb from infected hysterectomy incision and my surgeon is telling me I can take showers with it not covered

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Heather. They are likely saying that if they are confident the bottom is closed to the abdomen. Sorry to hear this. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@fruityprincess3177 3 жыл бұрын

There was mentioning of showers, hot tubs and swimming but there was no mentioning of bathing?? Do i assume it fall under hottubs and swimming???

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Hi fruity princess. Yes no baths, swimming or hot tubs. Thanks for watching and for subscribing if you did.

@susanjohnson3735 4 жыл бұрын

After my total knee replacement. My doctor told me I could shower. He said take off dressing and just let water run over it ,don't knot scrub. Pat dry .and he said do not cover it. He found it heels faster. And staples can come out sooner. And that was true for me. He also said that not all doctors recommend this, but he found it works great for his patients.

@TalkingWithDocs 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Susan. Thanks for sharing. Yes allowing water to run over it is usually fine. No scrubbing. Covering it is optional unless there is some active drainage. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

@hudsonchalmers6504 3 жыл бұрын

I am about to have first left Knee and then right Knee, I really need to thank you both for your factual and helpful information. I am 76 , my surgeon is young and the 3rd one I consulted before deciding on him.

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Hudson. You are so welcome. We are very glad we can help in any small way. Best of luck to you. Keep us posted. Thanks for watching and for subscribing if you did.

@hudsonchalmers6504 3 жыл бұрын

@@TalkingWithDocs I did subscribe thank you. Wish you were here in Capetown South Africa

@sallymcmahan3896 9 ай бұрын

I'm going to a facility that will take me to my surgeon. Happy and relieved about this. Hoping he will give me clear instructions like you gave. Thank you both again. 🎉

@wokegirlbee7623 10 ай бұрын

How about after meniscus surgery?

@XxMidnightxX1 2 ай бұрын

2 weeks ago i was released im at home now healing from my hip neck surgery my bandage came loose today to im going to clean it up

@keepitsimple64 2 жыл бұрын

With my TKR, the dressing was taken off when I got home after surgery by my PT so the ice machine could cool the knee. A day after my TKR, I wrapped my knee up with saran wrap and showered. I needed to get that medicine smell off me.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Yes the medicine smell! Thanks for watching and subscribing

@lolalola5667 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, thank you for your helpful video, I had a laparoscopic cholecystectomy 10 days befor and I have waterproof dressing I want to take it off but it’s very sticky and I have pain when I try to, can I leave it till they came out alone or I remove them and how I clean the wound ?do I need to use any antibiotics creams or anything else pls can you answer me quick and thanks again

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Lola Lola. Sorry for the delayed response. So leaving the dressing on is ok. If you do take it off, we typically advise sterile saline or peroxide to clean the wound. Keep it covered at first. Best to discuss with your surgeon. Best of luck to you. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing if you did.

@denisemariner1235 4 жыл бұрын

If fifteen cats, are circling around your ankles, singing the Meow Mix cat food song, it is time to shower. That means you two as well post op QD!

@TalkingWithDocs 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Denise. We agree. Showering is good. Thanks for watching and be clean!

@mom2boys170 4 жыл бұрын

Denise Mariner I just spit out my damn coffee 🤣🤣

@denisemariner1235 4 жыл бұрын

@@mom2boys170 We are on home sheltering, but well. Hope you and the family are as well! Maryland has a good, aggressive plan. But, we haven't seen the worse. If you are like me, I drip is spill coffee, I will find a way to retrieve it!!!😂☕☕☕☕☕🍩🍩🍩🍩

@aliciaalexxis2187 Жыл бұрын

just got my chemo port removed. thanks for the info ❤

@TalkingWithDocs Жыл бұрын

Aw great news Alicia. All the best. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@Fabiolaalvarez159 2 жыл бұрын

How long will it take for glue to dissolve? From Laparoscopic surgery

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Fabiola. Do you mean the glue that holds the incision together? All products are a little different. Best to ask your surgeon specifically. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@chaewhite5830 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Very welcome Chae. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@ghulamsyeda772 3 жыл бұрын

When will we take a bath without dressing? I Mean to say, when water touching to wound is out of danger? After how many days of surgery of appendix....?

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ghulam. Every patient and surgeon is different however it would likely be a couple of weeks at least. You want the wound totally healed and dry. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@ghulamsyeda772 3 жыл бұрын

@@TalkingWithDocs Thank you dears

@playboyreaper5966 Жыл бұрын

I just had Acdf Thursday released Friday but the wound opened so had to put the shower on hold tried today but the medication had me feeling woozy didn’t want to risk injury

@camachda 3 жыл бұрын

My left knee was totally replaced 2 weeks ago. I have a bandage covering the incision on my left knee. I am undergoing pt a few days a week. I feel totally ready to return to my old routine of spinning and swimming. I survived a hit by SUV TBI 19 years ago and I already walked with a cane, as I am now. The knee replacement was done to prevent future issues as my leg appeared to be curving due to severe pronation. People would ask if I felt pain and I didn't. I rarely if ever felt anything. I now am back to walking on my new knee with my cane as I used to. I am ready to get back in the pool but I wanted to wait until these incision marks heal a bit more. I am taking an aspirin as prescribed. I stopped taking the prescribed painkiller as I have no pain whatsoever. My question was about swimming. Do you think it is OK to swim in a chlorinated pool? AND I LOVE your channel!!

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much David. Wow what a story. You have really pushed through a lot. As for swimming, we definitely want the staples out and the wound to be totally healed, clean and dry before swimming so likely 3-4 weeks and sometimes longer. Good luck. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@yourlegacylifestyle3740 3 жыл бұрын

I love this! Keep making videos!

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it! We will. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@darlenericotta7550 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@TalkingWithDocs 4 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome Darlene.

@rahathassan4144 11 ай бұрын

the guy to the left looks like a mix between Chris Evans and Bruce Willis

@Silentafterthought 3 жыл бұрын

You guys are helpful I had surgery done two days ago on my stomach have stitches my dermatologist said to leave bandaids on them for 3 days and after 3 days I can let the air hit them but I also have to check for any infections I have a little dry blood on my one area that was done I'm guessing that's normal the blood is a dark color it will wash off when I lighting put water over them the fourth day

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Hi mrs D vapes 2 bfmv. Glad we could help. Sounds like you are well on the way to recovery. All the best. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

@manaalavi6964 3 жыл бұрын

Hi I had a incision on my left hip,there was bump, it was infected the doctor took it out, it's been 5 days, is it safe to take a bath or should I wait for 2 days more

@daboud1266 6 ай бұрын

I did my top surgery since 4 weeks and a half and i went yesterday and the doc told me i don’t need the dressing anymore i just have to use the binder till 2 weeks but i forgot to ask him if it’s oky to shower without any dressings on? Please help

@susanholbrook3054 2 жыл бұрын

Love you Drs.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much susan! Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@KatJ3st 3 жыл бұрын

can you buy water proof covers for the dressing? Do surgeons give you a 'choice' of dressings? My clinic seems to be 'pushing' a special $60 one with a 'silver lining'! ;-)

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Kat59. We are not sure about that. We do not sell dressings. You can buy many different types of dressings at most pharmacies. Not sure about the silver lining! Best of luck to you.

@KatJ3st 3 жыл бұрын

@@TalkingWithDocs well these fancy dressings are sure 'lining the pockets' of my surgery clinic! ;-)

@emmac88 4 жыл бұрын

Can u do leg realignment surgery videos? I’m getting my right leg done and would like to know more about the surgery if possible

@TalkingWithDocs 4 жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jNacic-Ep7uahJ8.html See if this video helps. Good luck!

@amantuteja6734 2 жыл бұрын

Sir i got stiches in foot after how many days it is safe to walk putting pressure on it

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Aman. Really depends on the depth of the wound, the location etc. best to talk to the treating doctor for specifics. Good luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@cloressafordham8791 3 жыл бұрын

I love the Doc with the Olaf scrub hat. He definitely keeps my interest because he is hilarious and good looking.

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Hi cloressa. Thank you for your kind words. We are glad we can educate and maybe entertain a little. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

@kennatouye3644 3 жыл бұрын

They are both very handsome! However, if you didn't know he was a 😷 surgeon, would you be just as attracted to him? Say he was a great and top notch History Professor... Would you be attracted to him then.? Haha same with Police Officers! There's just something about a Man with uniforms.

@MariaVieira-ph7ge 2 жыл бұрын

Drs. You forgot to say how much pain we have....🥵

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Maria. Sorry we always talk about pain. Just not for showering. Sorry. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@w.7194 2 жыл бұрын

I was afraid of showering after surgery but I'm not sure why cause I am the surgeon....oh I remember cause the plumber said he had to use a snake in the shower stall. Your advice is awesome are you guys full time docs or is it a sideline?....lol

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Ha full time W. thanks for watching and subscribing

@rickt1951 4 жыл бұрын

Due to COVID 19 in the States they are doing outpatient surgery, what do you think about that?

@TalkingWithDocs 4 жыл бұрын

Hi rickt1951. Great question. There has always been a push to get people as soon as it is safe so we do feel like it is a good idea for the right procedure and the right patient. It makes sense for hospitals with bed issues to do only outpatient surgery while COVID is figured out. It is tricky for sure. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

@mariojohnson5373 4 жыл бұрын

So I have a question, I know you may not have specific answers to. So if you can give general answer surrounding normal guidlines. I have a 80mm screw in for jones fracture screw fixation. The screw Is as far in as it can possibly go, and it seems to me by X Ray a smaller screw could be just as good, and provided better compression. I still see a gap on x ray that looks the same as before surgery which was 2 weeks ago. Im not a surgeon but it seems screw is too long, and i find it highly unlikely best compression and full utilization of my bone canal were Just Perfectly Met At Same Point. Ive never heard a screw that long being used, or saw photos except a soccer player who had a refracture because screw was too long for proper compression. I know you cant diagnose or treat my issue without, So Im just asking for general ideas regarding my circumstance. I do have size 14 foot U.S I still dont see screw length being neccessary especially since I still see significant gap.

@TalkingWithDocs 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Mario. So usually the length of screw is decided after you drill across the fracture site. This is measured with a depth guage. 80mm is a long screw for a foot fracture though. Regarding the compression, it more relates to the technique or the type of screw. Most commonly a partially threaded screw will be used so the smooth part is across the fracture site allowing it to compress as the screw is being inserted. Sometimes the gap will persist initially despite compression. Hope that answers your questions. Good luck and keep us posted. Thanks for watching.

@mariojohnson5373 4 жыл бұрын

Considering the screw size and it stretching full length of 5th metatarsal from base to head, do you think I should get 2nd opinion from another doctor? Ive searched hours, and havent found 1 case study where a screw so long was used in patients dating back to 70s even.

@mariojohnson5373 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for response also!

@thegreypath1777 2 ай бұрын

@@mariojohnson5373 - It never hurts to get a second opinion, as long as you have the time and the money for it.

@destructocracker 3 жыл бұрын

I got calcaneus surgery about a month ago I get my stitches taken out Monday can I bathe? I can’t stand so shower won’t happen *bathing right now but hanging my foot out the tub*

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Destructocracker. So we want the wound to be clean and dry before bathing so usually 3-4 days if it is well healed. Good luck. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@destructocracker 3 жыл бұрын

@@TalkingWithDocs thank you

@chellybabyme 4 жыл бұрын

My story from 9 years ago. They put such a thick Ace over bandage that even my cryo cuff was not getting my knee cold for the post-surgery icing. I called them the day that I got home and I told them and they said under no circumstances was I allowed to take that ace bandage off. My guess is that they were dummy proofing me in case I was an idiot who didn't know how to be clean. No offense to anyone reading this, but a lot of people aren't truly thoughtful when understanding cross-contamination and so I get them trying to cover their a * *. However, I never experienced any post-surgery icing. My injury was hot for 5 days. Going back knowing now after having an exceedingly ridiculously long recovery time that should have been weeks was almost 2 years, I would have taken that ace bandage off. Mind you I am extremely attentive to detail and in this is no way advice to you to go against your surgeon. I don't get infections because I don't infect. If you can100% say the same, then trust your instincts. Or at the very least, beg your doctor MORE than 3 times to do something when you can't even get any coldness through the thick bandage.

@TalkingWithDocs 4 жыл бұрын

Hi chellybabyme. Sorry you didn't get the benefit of the ice. But you made it! Thanks for sharing your story for others. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

@thegreypath1777 2 ай бұрын

@chellybabyme - It’s always OK to get a second opinion.

@chellybabyme 2 ай бұрын

@@thegreypath1777 That's an important reminder.

@hudsonchalmers6504 3 жыл бұрын

Where do you find the time?

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Hudson. For showering? Thanks for watching and for subscribing if you did.

@Deborah-nf7yr 2 жыл бұрын

Wow this a snazzy new opening!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

You like that Deborah? Trying to keep it fresh! Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@joslinalvarez4529 3 жыл бұрын

how can i shower when ive got stitches and i cant get them wet but i have curly hair and if i dont shower it will get so tangled!! help!

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Joslin. You’re funny. So if you cover your stitches with a water barrier dressing. It is like sticky saranwrap - called tegaderm. Good luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@thegreypath1777 2 ай бұрын

@joslinalvare4529 - I cut open a Ziplock plastic bag, and used some Duck tape.

@Talkingdoughnut Жыл бұрын

I just had a pilonidal abscess drained and I don't think my dressing is waterproof I was told to have my dressing changed every 48 hours, i don't think i can shower

@TalkingWithDocs Жыл бұрын

That would have to be confirmed with your surgeon. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@chaewhite5830 2 жыл бұрын

You guys always make me laugh out loud! Great info. Look forward to all your videos.

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Well Chae that is so great to hear. Love the laugh out loud. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@dsat1908 4 жыл бұрын

Stress fracture of right fumoral neck. Three screws inserted 2/14/2020. After blood clot (DVT) issue in right leg, released from hospital 2/18/2020. been home in wheelchair/walker (non-weight bearing on right leg) since Feb 18th. Follow-up with surgeon 2/27 x-rays showed screws looked good, incision looked good. Next appointment 3/26 (that will be six week mark). I finished 3 weeks of home PT last week, no problems. How long after 2/14/2020 surgery do you think I can put weight on right leg again? Surgeon said 6-8 weeks just curious what you think. Thank you.

@TalkingWithDocs 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Dan. Hope you are continuing to do well. We would typically agree with the 6-8 week guideline depending on the fracture, the fixation and the follow up xray. Best of luck. Keep us posted. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

@dsat1908 4 жыл бұрын

@@TalkingWithDocs recovery going well. Looking forward to 6 week follow up on 3/26. Thank you

@mwalebathervuyalo5712 3 жыл бұрын

Hi doctor, I have my appendix ruptured and they operated me on 02 May 2021, from the upper of my amblical down my lower abdomen. My question is how long should I wait for me to conceive and get pregnant?

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Hi MWALE. This is best answered by your family physician. Good luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@user-vf3fg1gl7pMsSandy 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Dr. Brad..Hi Dr. Zalzal..love your video as always, Stay healthy happy and clean..lol See you soon. Cyber hugs😙😙

@TalkingWithDocs 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Sandy. Thanks as always. Yes wash your hands!

@user-vf3fg1gl7pMsSandy 4 жыл бұрын

@@TalkingWithDocs Yes and keep that immune system up up up..trying hard to do that one..my portable mini bike too..getting in shape at home. Stay safe!

@KatJ3st 3 жыл бұрын

Why is it damn hard to find a waterproof cover? My surgeon doesn't like waterproof dressing?!?!

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Kat59. Amazon. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

@KatJ3st 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I'm totally prescribed! My orthopod clinic isn't too helpful with this stuff - unless they sell it from their boutique bracing shop ! 😈 The only ones I could find on Amazon.ca were catheter covers. Not quite the right size so I got a pack! ;-)

@thegreypath1777 2 ай бұрын

Check out your local pharmacy, OR make one, yourself.

@thegreypath1777 2 ай бұрын

@@TalkingWithDocs - Make one yourself. I used a Ziplock bag, and some Duck tape.

@dotsbots661 Жыл бұрын

What about for Glue after a Appendix removal how can I shower then or should I just wait the 2 weeks until I see my surgery I already got the okay from them but I still feel iffy on it

@TalkingWithDocs Жыл бұрын

Best to confirm with your treating surgeon. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@wilmaballz4634 2 жыл бұрын

I had a meniscus tear surgery few days ago and had to have a brace and scared because the leg has gotten very skinny to the point where I can see the outline of my bones should I be worried or is that normal

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Wilma. There can be significant atrophy that will often improve once you get walking. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@robertmcveigh3653 Жыл бұрын

What if we have a Wound Vac? I recently had abdominal surgery and now I have a wound vac, any suggestions on how to shower with this device?

@TalkingWithDocs Жыл бұрын

Hmm Robert it is very situation specific. Because it technically is sealed you may be allowed to shower. Best to confirm with your wound nurse or surgeon. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@lzlanaa 2 жыл бұрын

Thx sm I needed this I got a big one 2 weeks ago I’ve been really worried to

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Very welcome. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@lzlanaa 2 жыл бұрын

Should I put something on my back to shower? Like a rap or something, I have I think a clear thing over top with dressing getting removed next Tuesday for my 2 week flow up

@katieaus295 2 жыл бұрын

After you have heart surgery the patch drink pop does it come off

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Katie. Not sure what you mean. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@minnesotaronnie7425 3 жыл бұрын

Looking to purchase some waterproof bandages from Amazon for upcoming TKR. How long would you say the "average" incision is? Thanks,

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ronnie. It is hard to say but probably 6-8 inches. Best of luck with your upcoming surgery. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing if you did.

@vedikakeisham7095 3 жыл бұрын

Hey doctor, just wanted to ask if I can keep my incision open after my shower (it has been 7 days) my surgeon said I can but I feel a bit uneasy and scared

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Yes Vedika if your surgeon said its ok. No direct sun and don't have anything rubbing on it. Good luck. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did

@craZbeauTful 11 ай бұрын

Basically ask your surgeon

@lakersdodgers196 3 жыл бұрын

Hi I had a varicoclectomy surgery done 2 weeks ago. I was wondering how long do I have to wear a jock strap for ? Also when can I resume sexual activity ? Any information helps thank you

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Lakers. Sorry for slow reply. Really depends on what they found at surgery and how the repair went. Always best to go with what your treating surgeon said. Hope it all worked out. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@xamrehh3717 2 жыл бұрын

Hey doctor I had left testicle surgery removel my surgeon said I can shower but I fear my stiches are gonna fall out what shall I do

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Killer. If not sure call their office to confirm. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@tasha.ray1112 7 ай бұрын

Hello.. how are you now?may I know after how many days you took a shower after your surgery? My son also had a testicle surgery. Thank you

@danieloconnell6306 3 жыл бұрын

With the surgeries I had i had to wait a week to take a shower

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds about right Daniel. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

@tammyhaskell9389 2 жыл бұрын

Bro I had stitches on my forehead where I put soap what am I post to do bro

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Bro. So dab to clean and keep dry. Thanks for watching and subscribing

@marshallmcdaniel1162 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve had 3 days of stink. That’s why I wanna know how soon lmao!!!

@TalkingWithDocs 2 жыл бұрын

Ha Marshall. Not good. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

@nicoya_beauty 3 жыл бұрын

I have the glue holding my incision together. Is that waterproof?

@TalkingWithDocs 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Nicoya. Often it is. Typically we advise staying out of water until the incision has completely healed. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.