After having Barbie butt surgery, can anyone suggest ways to change the dressing on your own?
Jkcry
Oct 24, 2022 10:41 am
Ritz
Oct 24, 2022 12:19 pm
After I got out of the hospital, just a thin Kotex shield to absorb the seepage. I had to visit my surgeon weekly to check the depth of the healing process. Be patient with your healing … it takes some time.
And congratulations… once healed, you'll love your closed butt.
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ron in mich
Oct 24, 2022 1:37 pm
Hi JK, as I recall, I was too sore the first time as I had the total colectomy, so my wife changed it for me. But after a few days, I was able to lay on my side, and with a mirror propped up, I was able to do it myself. It was not easy when both front and back were sore.
AlexT
Oct 24, 2022 1:39 pm
I used an abdominal pad and just a piece of tape for a few days. After that, just the abdominal pad in my underwear (the tighter boxer brief style) since I wasn't moving a whole lot worked fine.
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