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What Do People Clean Their Lesions With When They Are Open, Ie Right After Eruption?

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Loveland, CO
April 27
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I used Hibiclens and put guaze on it . And let it drain.

April 27
A myHSteam Member

My wound care nurse recommended plain soap and water. If I'm really concerned about an infection I'll use hibiclens. Then I put Medihoney wound gel over it and cover it with nonabsorbent gauze.

April 30
A myHSteam Member

Ivory bar soap in the shower. Pat dry and try to ignore it...best healing. Antibiotics make my pustule sacs shrink deeper and make the next round worse.

April 27
A myHSteam Member

After it opens, Dr Woods Castile tea tree soap. After throughly dry, Apply Mupirocin or clindomyacin .

April 27
A myHSteam Member

When HS lesions are open, it's crucial to handle them gently to avoid further irritation or infection. Here are some recommended cleaning methods:

- **Saline Solution**: This is gentle on the skin and can help clean the lesions without causing additional pain. Saline matches the salt concentration of your body, which makes Show Full Answer

When HS lesions are open, it's crucial to handle them gently to avoid further irritation or infection. Here are some recommended cleaning methods:

- **Saline Solution**: This is gentle on the skin and can help clean the lesions without causing additional pain. Saline matches the salt concentration of your body, which makes it less irritating than plain water.

- **Gentle Cleansers**: Products like Head & Shoulders shampoo can be used. It's important to let the soap and water gently rinse over the area rather than scrubbing.

These methods help manage the lesions by keeping them clean and reducing the risk of infection. Always follow the advice of a healthcare professional for the best care practices.

April 27

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