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Old 07-28-13, 08:07 AM
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Kai Winters
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Clean well...make sure there is no dirt, etc. ground in.
Topical ointments, etc. to help reduce pain and swelling, prevent infections, etc.
Some like to cover it with pads, etc. but even "stick free" stick to some sort and hurt like hell when you pull them off and can take off some of the bodies healing making for a longer heal time.
I've always preferred to use a topical ointment and allowing the air to dry and help the body heal. If I have to cover it I use a stick free pad and change several times a day gently applying ointment until scabbing over covers the wound.

Some have had great luck with the "second skin" type materials...I've used them a time or two with mixed results.

Sleeping is hard for the first few days as the skin can and will stick to the sheets, etc. This is when a light, non stick covering helps a lot.
Showering hurts like hell for the first few days...enjoy the experience lol.

I've sunburn spray with good results as well.
Good luck
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