Hibiscrub - preparing for surgery

FormerMember over 3 years ago

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Hello, I hope everyone is doing OK. I am having surgery on Thursday 13th January and must use Hibiscrub in the shower for 5 days. Can I ask anyone who has used this before, can I use moisturiser after showering with Hibiscrub - I don't want to affect its protection, but i do suffer from dry skin and my usual routine is to moisturise my arms, chest and legs daily.

Sorry if this seems like a minor issue in the grand scheme if things, I am petrified about surgery but I guess I am focusing on things within my control.

Many thanks, Kelly xx

peterawake over 3 years ago

Hi,

I had a mastectomy and wasn't asked to do this, new to me. Hopefully others will answer and give their thoughts.

FormerMember over 3 years ago in reply to peterawake

Thank you x

Jacala over 3 years ago

I had to do this before my lumpectomy in August. I mousterized after showering if I remember rightly,

WallyDug over 3 years ago

Hi there

I have never heard of this before. However, I worked in NHS for many years and hibiscrub was at one time the standard antibacterial for scrubbing-up before performing procedures.

I can't see that moisturising would cause problems except on the last day. However, best phone and ask them tomorrow.

Wishing you all the best

WallyDug

FormerMember over 3 years ago in reply to WallyDug

Thank you for your reply

FormerMember over 3 years ago in reply to Jacala

Thank you