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Can Dettol Soap Be Used As A Cleanser On A Recently Undressed Wound?
i did a operation last monday and today the nurse removed the dressing ,my quastion is when i shower can i use detol soap to clean the wound ? because when i shower normaly i use detol soap , another quastion after shower i rub petroleum jelly in the wound to soft the skin ?
Wed, 5 Dec 2018
Hello,
It is fine to use water and soap to wash wounds and it should not cause any problems unless you are allergic to some of the ingredients of the soap. If you notice any itchiness or redness or local irritation with the use of the soap it is best to avoid it.
As for the petroleum jelly, if the wound is dry it might help to put small amounts, on the other hand is not good to overdue.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General & Family Physician
It is fine to use water and soap to wash wounds and it should not cause any problems unless you are allergic to some of the ingredients of the soap. If you notice any itchiness or redness or local irritation with the use of the soap it is best to avoid it.
As for the petroleum jelly, if the wound is dry it might help to put small amounts, on the other hand is not good to overdue.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General & Family Physician
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