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Sanford, MI

i had a cath put in on my right side on my chest yesterday and all they told me was to use saran wrap to tape over it so it dont get wet. i tryed it this morning and didnt work to well if any one has some tips i would love to hear them

January 17, 2013
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found these tips useful thanks to all who answered

January 25, 2013
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They have plastic with tape all around the edges for this purpose. Ask for some. I cut mine diagonally and leave the bottom open and shower on the opposite side.

January 17, 2013
A MyBCTeam Member

THANKS

January 17, 2013
A MyBCTeam Member

Ask them for some Tagaderm...it is sticky enough to keep the line from getting wet so that you an shower.They should have a few to give you to take home and use http://www.locostmedicalsupply.com/Transparent-... or you can order them here

January 17, 2013
A MyBCTeam Member

Tegaderm or any of the transparent dressings should work very well. The larger ones are a bit pricy, however. You might be able to practice a bit with saran wrap (or any of the films that are on the thicker side) There are adhesive tapes that adhere despite getting wet. So you could cover your Hickman(?) with wrap, and tape the edges, or have hubby do the taping.

January 17, 2013

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