Hi All,
For those of you who read Patricia's Gima's request regarding Hydrogel, I
thought I would fill you in.
 A woman by the name of Marcia Stewart, RN,BSN,CETN (a certified
Enterstomal Therapist) gave a talk at this years ILCA conference about
moist wound healing for damaged nipples. She talked about a product she has
been using in conjunction with some LCs to aid in healing damaged nipples.
She has found that a Hydrogel dressing used over the affected area is
working very well to speed up the healing process. This stuff has been used
for chronic wounds such as pressure ulcers and burns. Here is what the
insert says: Composed of saline based, hydrophilic, biocompatible polymer.

It provides a moist wound healing environment that cushions and produces a
cooling effect--Features exceptional exudate absorption for up to seven
days-- Has moisture vapor transmission and bacterial barrier
characteristics--- it does not pull at the healing nipple when it is
removed for nursing.

She suggests using it in a sheet form (comes in gauze too).

For info on how to get samples call: ConMed Corporation 1 800 765-8375 ext.
2391. The gal is Sue Cornnell, Sales Rep. The dressing is called ClearSite
Wound Care Dressing. Cat. No: 40-9220. These folks are just learning of
this products usefulness for us in the lactation business. Marcia Stewart's
(the gal that gave the talk) work number is (614) 225-5000, she has a nice
instruction sheet that she made up to give to  moms.
I plan on using it tomorrow on a bite/breast wound that is slow to heal.

So much for lurking,
Adios,
Star Siegfried RN,BA, IBCLC Arcata, California