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Posted 9/8/2016 5:54 AM (GMT 0)
I just survived my first ever flare-up! Hooray! But the pain isn't over yet. The skin around my anus is so incredibly torn up and sensitive I can barely walk or sit down on my rear. I bought a pack of Preparation H wipes but I can't even touch them to my skin without gasping in pain.

It's my own fault because during my 1000s of trips to the bathroom I was foolishly using plain dry toilet paper to wipe, not thinking about the consequences. I guess I didn't even notice the damage I was doing until my bowels finally calmed down.

I have a colonoscopy scheduled for next week and I'm terrified that I won't have healed by then. It seems everything irritates it. Any tips for what I can do to soothe the area and allow it to heal quicker?
Posted 9/8/2016 3:44 PM (GMT 0)
Hi....i can feel your pain. What I use is .05 steroid purchased otc and rx proctocedyl. In the past I've used diaper cream with zinc. Some here suggest calmoseptine, extra virgin olive oil. There are antifungals that are mixed with steroid or antibiotic. Polysporin is an otc is another product to try.

The issue with inflammation, irritation, etc is trying to find the right product for the need. Trial and error.

One thing thats is helpful...wet toilet paper to clean up after a bm....i always use Cetaphil cleanser on a wet tp, which is also soothing. . But I also tend to use the hand shower afterward once my morning bms are done.

Hope you get things feeling much better before the prep....

Welcome to the forum,
q
Posted 9/8/2016 4:31 PM (GMT 0)
warm baths and warm hand-held shower spray if tolerated. nupercanal cream for pain. the polysporin seems like a reasonable suggestion.

Cottonelle wipes are also useful - the ultra ones.

good luck
Posted 9/8/2016 4:35 PM (GMT 0)
calmoseptine - be generous - slather it on !
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