Anyone have experience washing hair with surgical staples?

[Black Ambrosia]

I had major surgery a week ago and thankfully it was successful. (Tumor fully removed and found to be non cancerous). I’ve been given the green light to wash my hair but I’m not sure how to best do this with the staples. (They won’t be removed until the 27th.) I’m looking for any tips you ladies can share on shampooing around the staples. I want to keep my hair clean and minimize scabbing. I’ve noticed some light matting already and want to nip it in the bud.

 

[Miss_Luna]

I've had stitches once in the back of my head and had to wash my hair by separating in sections and sponge washing.

Section in twists or braids. Then letting the soapy water from the sponge to run through my scalp. It was very hard to comb, though, since I didn't want to irritate my scalp too much.

 

[Black Ambrosia]

I've had stitches once in the back of my head and had to wash my hair by separating in sections and sponge washing.

Section in twists or braids. Then letting the soapy water from the sponge to run through my scalp. It was very hard to comb, though, since I didn't want to irritate my scalp too much.

Thank you for responding. I’m really intimidated but this seems doable. I was initially thinking of a wash and go style but now I’m wondering if I should pull out the rev air instead. The washing part now seems easier than the rest.

 

[snoop]

@Black Ambrosia I don't have anything to add, but I'm glad to hear that things went well. Wishing you a speedy full recovery.

 

[Chicoro]

My suggestion is to leave your hair alone. The 27th is only ten (10) days away. Sponge it like it was mentioned before. You have an open wound with the staples and you really don't want to chance an infection. I personally do not think it is worth it to be messing around with your hair and scalp right now. Let your body heal. Let those wounds close up, healthy and infection free.

 

[Black Ambrosia]

My suggestion is to leave your hair alone. The 27th is only ten (10) days away. Sponge it like it was mentioned before. You have an open wound with the staples and you really don't want to chance an infection. I personally do not think it is worth it to be messing around with your hair and scalp right now. Let your body heal. Let those wounds close up, healthy and infection free.

Thanks for this. I’m inclined to agree but don’t want to do more harm than good since i’ve been advised to wash it. I think washing will help with scabbing which may help with the removal of staples but idk for sure.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

@Black Ambrosia

 

[Chicoro]

Thanks for this. I’m inclined to agree but don’t want to do more harm than good since i’ve been advised to wash it. I think washing will help with scabbing which may help with the removal of staples but idk for sure.

Oh! They told you to wash it. I see. I thought you were wanting to wash it. Thanks for clarifying my understanding.

 

[vevster]

@Black Ambrosia I don't have anything to add, but I'm glad to hear that things went well. Wishing you a speedy full recovery.

Same. I didn't know you were going through this. All the best for a continued rapid recovery!

 

[Evolving78]

Use a sponge or cloth and gently clean around around the stitches. Make sure you rinse throughly. Use a shower head sprayer if possible (not full blast) be gentle! Glad your surgery went well and I hope you have a speedy recovery!

 

[MzSwift]

Came in to give you a big hug!!

So glad to hear that your surgery was successful!
I've had staples in my pubic hair area for both of my c-sections. I'm adding another vote for the sponge washing. I was afraid of anything catching on the staples so just squeezing the water from a sponge or washcloth onto the area was the safest method.
I also vote for washing in twists. I would think that having the hair separated near the incision would also help to give it better air circulation. GL to you! <3

 

[Black Ambrosia]

Same. I didn't know you were going through this. All the best for a continued rapid recovery!

I’m sensitive to the energy of others so I mostly kept this to myself until after the surgery. It’s been a delicate time as my sister went into hospice the same day I had surgery. She passed yesterday so emotionally it’s overwhelming but I’m putting one foot in front of the other. I don’t know any other way to do it.

 

[vevster]

I’m sensitive to the energy of others so I mostly kept this to myself until after the surgery. It’s been a delicate time as my sister went into hospice the same day I had surgery. She passed yesterday so emotionally it’s overwhelming but I’m putting one foot in front of the other. I don’t know any other way to do it.

That is all you can do. My condolences for your sister... So sad! A lot of us are losing people around us.... Sending you a big

 

[snoop]

I'm so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family.