How To Clean C Section Incision

Do not spray water directly.
How to clean c section incision. Clean the incision daily. Change any bandages regularly. If your doctor used tape strips on your incision let them fall off on their own.
Be sure to use an unperfumed soap and pat the area dry lightly. Keep the wound area clean by washing it with mild soap and water. There s no need to waterproof it and you should avoid.
The best way to care for the incision is to keep it clean and dry. Wash the area with warm water once a day is sufficient. Pat the area dry.
Your provider will tell you when to stop keeping your wound covered. Pat the area dry after cleaning. Some doctors say it s okay to apply a topical antibiotic or petroleum.
Keeping the area dry and clean. Pay particular attention to. It might be possible to use ointment and cover your scar.
Instead of scrubbing it gently squeeze out a washcloth or loofah on the belly above the incision so the soap and water will trickle down over the incision. If the area gets gooey or crusty you can use cotton tipped swab dipped in a solution of hydrogen peroxide mixed with water 50 50 and gently clean the area. You can shower immediately with warm soapy water and rinse well.