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Re: Postepisiotomy pain: warm vs cold sitz bath

From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 14 Apr 1997 22:12:41 -0500 (CDT)


At Mon, 14 Apr 1997, Phyllis wrote: >
>I am a nursing student at the University of North Dakota and am
>currently enrolled in a research course. I have to do a presentation on
>"sitz baths: warm vs. cold" and need information or hospital protocols
>on this subject. Any help would be greatly appreciated!!

In our hospital, sitz baths are warm. Ice packs are cold :-) We normally recommend ice packs for the first 24 hours and warm sitz baths thereafter.

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Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
OBGYN.net U.S. Representative, New York
Great Neck, New York

*Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purpose only. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options.




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