Question 1

got pimple like rash bumps on my back week post hot wax, very itchy now! applied calamine no use,itches after hot bath.please help?

Accepted Answer

Topical cortisone: Sounds like an irritant reaction to the hot wax. Try topical hydrocortisone  a few times daily for 3-5 days.  If problem persists, see doctor.

Question 2

can shared paraffin baths carry a risk of infection?

Accepted Answer

Paraffin baths: There is a risk of transmission of infections. Fungus and bacteria like warmth and moisture. It would minimize risk to change the paraffin and clean the unit each time.  This can happen, but is relatively uncommon.

Question 3

is there risk of contracting hep c by accidentally using same bath towel ?should i be tested?

Accepted Answer

I'll bet zero: Husbands and wives seldom infect one another even when having regular unprotected intercourse. I'm not worried about sharing bath towels. Sorry you got a scare. If this is someone you really care about, i'm glad for both of you. Good luck.

Question 4

could it be healthy to bath with dawn?

Accepted Answer

Bathing: Bathing at dawn can wake you up to a new day.  Bathing in the evening can relax you to sleep.  Whenever we bathe we are washing away dead skin cells which is invigorating.  The time of bathing is not otherwise significant.  Peace and good health.

Question 5

what is the safest way to give a baby a bath?

Accepted Answer

Warm, shallow water: Once your baby's umbilical cord has fallen off it's time for his first bath.  You can either use a basin with about 2 inches of water or a bath with an infant sling to support baby while he lies down. Use warm, not hot water (most baby stores sell tub thermometers that warn you if it's too hot).  Then use a wash cloth and mild soap to clean him.  Most importantly never leave the baby unattended.

Question 6

what exactly is a sitz bath?

Accepted Answer

Hot bath you sit in : It is a commerciallly prepared tub, it is shaped like a chair, in which one bathes in a sitting position, immersing only hips and bottom.
It is used to relieve discomfort and pain due to lower part of body like
hemorroids, anal fissures, rectal surgery, bladder prostate, vagina, uterine cramps, episiotomy and inflammatory bowel disease
you can improvise it with filling the bath tub and sitting in it.

Question 7

what can happen of you go in a bath contiminated by bleach?

Accepted Answer

Tiny bit of bleach?: A bather would just come out cleaner than without that tiny bit of bleach. Bathtubs are whitened or sanitized with bleach, as it kills bacteria, viruses, and bathroom mold. A little bit of bleach in the tub just mixes with the giant amount of bath water, and causes no problems at all. Patients with skin infection problems are sometimes advised to take a bath with a little bleach in the bath water.

Question 8

is it bad that i bathed a patient and didn't wear any gloves?

Accepted Answer

Gloves: Yes.  You should wear gloves.

Question 9

is an oatmeal bath effective?

Accepted Answer

Itching: The powder derived from the milling of oats has a soothing effect on those with chickenpox or other causes of dry itchy skin. The packets are added to lukewarm water & seem to work for a few hours in many patients. You do not put oatmeal in your tub, it just makes a mess.

Question 10

is liquid paraffin good for skin?

Accepted Answer

Helps stiff joints: If you have arthritis or stiff joints it will give you deep heat.  It is more of a feel good treatment that makes your hands feel soft temporarily.

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Got pimple like rash bumps on my back week post hot wax, very itchy now! applied calamine no use,itches after hot bath.please help?

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