soaking in the tub after surgery

[Guest guest]

hey all,

i was wondering is it okay to soak in a tub of very warm water after

explant surgery. dr. kolb's instructions don't even mention avoiding

hot water and it's another thing i didn't get the chance to ask her.i

do remember that after i had implant surgery, the PS said to avoid

soaking or showering in hot water because heat promotes swelling. if i

keep my chest out of the water maybe it won't be a problem. i wanted to

start back on the epsom salt baths and besides soaking in the tub a few

times a week is a great stress reliever for me.if it's npt okay, how

long should i avoid it?

[Guest guest]

Cosmia,

Until your incisions are healed completely, I would

keep them out of the water . . . Washing with a cloth

is fine, but no soaking, no Espom salts.

Hugs,

Rogene