>>>Do you all think hydrogel dressings can harbor yeast? Is anyone using them on nipples damaged by presumed thrush? Should we be avoiding hydrogel in that situation? Becky Krumwiede, RN, IBCLC, Appleton, Wisconsin<<< Becky and all, The authors of the JHL article gave a presentation here in Ohio. They stated that the hydrogel will worsen the situation if there is an untreated infection present. The solution is to apply the appropriate medication to the wound and then cover with the hydrogel. Natalie Shenk, BS, IBCLC, Ohio, USA _____________________________________________________________________ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com Or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]