I've soaked the finger again this morning. When I let the pain meds run out, the pain is still pretty intense. Especially when I start doing things.
It has stopped bleeding and I was told to go to bandaids then so it can get air circulation but I am constantly banging it when it just is wrapped in bandaids (that don't go on well or stick anyway)..
So I soak it, then let it air uncovered for a half hour or so, then wrap it back up with the stick free pads, gauze and self adhere wrap. Wish they made that wrap waterproof some how. If it gets wet it soaks down to the finger immediately and I have to change it.
Pookie to answer your question I am taking Airborne midday, and a zinc lozenge at night, to help boost my immune system.
The wounds area is still very hot, but not oozing or streaking red.
I'd forgotten to start the probiotics to hold off intestinal upset from the meds, but have started them today. I take and s.boulardii in the morning and a regular probiotic at night.
I'll get back to Mazy cat's stuff later.
Functioning with mostly only one hand is getting old real fast, as is the cramp I am getting from the way I have to hold the left hand.