Guest guest Posted January 18, 2006 Report Share Posted January 18, 2006 Well DH was working in an attic approximately 6 weeks ago and apparently gouged his back in 5 places. A couple of days later, the five wounds began to itch (healing?)and he rubbed his back, back and forth against the seat of his truck to relieve the itch. (He was traveling out of state.) When he reached his destination, the wounds were open and bleeding, so he put some kind of first aid cream on them, which burned, but he lived with it. When he came home a week later, the area had scabbed over, but appeared to have some infection, (raised redness around the scab.) I applied Colloidal Silver to band aids, kept them moist for a few days, until the raised redness (infection?) cleared up, then removed the band aids, so the healing would begin and the scabs would fall off, which they did. Then he caught a very bad cold, the kind that went right to his chest, gave him an immune builder 3 times a day, and Colloidal Silver to speed up the cold symptoms, which it did. When the cold was at the end of it's run, he noticed his skin seemed drier and drier (he is prone to very dry skin in winter) and we began treating that with lotions all over the body after showers, but I began noticing that a raised redness was appearing and he was complaining of itching - which he scratched, until raw. Apparently there is some liquid in the red areas, because he scratches and then this is spreading over his body, the more he itches. He stopped taking any Colloidal Silver after 4 days but is still taking an immune builder, once a day, not 3 a day as he was with the cold. It is now 5 days since the cold ended. I am brain dead at this moment and cannot think of what I used to do for a Chicken Pox itch, which this seems similar to. I used to put something in the bath water, to help stop the itching. Could someone remember that ingredient, in order that he could get some relief, until he can get to a doctor? We have no clue what could be causing these patches of itchy redness that contain this clear liquid, other than the products in the attic, which caused the original wounds. The house was probably 60 years old and I don't remember what type of insulation was used back then. I always turn to this great group of people, who give such wonderful, helpful advice. I am most appreciative. Hugs, Buffy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 18, 2006 Report Share Posted January 18, 2006 you put either corn starch or oat meal in the bath water Paula .......... in Michigan I used to have super powers but my therapist took them away I am brain dead at this moment and cannot think of what I used to do for a Chicken Pox itch, which this seems similar to. I used to put something in the bath water, to help stop the itching. Could someone remember that ingredient, in order that he could get some relief, until he can get to a doctor? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 18, 2006 Report Share Posted January 18, 2006 My grandmother made us all soak in mustard baths. She would put several tablespoons, I believe, in there to help us with the itch and dry out the sores. HTH Theresa I am brain dead at this moment and cannot think of what I used to do for a Chicken Pox itch, which this seems similar to. I used to put something in the bath water, to help stop the itching. Could someone remember that ingredient, in order that he could get some relief, until he can get to a doctor? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 18, 2006 Report Share Posted January 18, 2006 Paula, Thanks - I thought of oatmeal, but wasn't at all sure. I will have him try this! You are so helpful. Hugs, Buffy > > you put either corn starch or oat meal in the bath water > Paula .......... in Michigan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 18, 2006 Report Share Posted January 18, 2006 Buffy This sounds like a staph infection. I think the oatmeal would be fine. But if it continues either see a doctor or some type of herb salve. Better to take something internal. Julia Graber Girl By Julia Julia Graber Cregger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 18, 2006 Report Share Posted January 18, 2006 A couple of handfuls of oatmel in the bath for itchiness. Messy but effective. Rash with weepiness sounds like staph??? Gayla Roberts Always Enough Ranch Acampo, California Check out our SALE PAGE at www.bouncinghoofs.com/alwaysenoughhobbysale.html A day without Bill Barnhill is like a day without sunshine! goatclearing http://coloredboers.home.att.net/always.html There is no failure except in no longer trying. Elbert Hubbard - " buffywonder1 " <buffywonder Tuesday, January 17, 2006 11:11 PM Rash Help > > Well DH was working in an attic approximately 6 weeks ago and apparently > gouged his back in 5 places. A couple of days later, the five wounds > began to itch (healing?)and he rubbed his back, back and forth against the > seat of his truck to relieve the itch. (He was traveling out of state.) > When he reached his destination, the wounds were open and bleeding, so he > put some kind of first aid cream on them, which burned, but he lived with > it. When he came home a week later, the area had scabbed over, but > appeared to have some infection, (raised redness around the scab.) I > applied Colloidal Silver to band aids, kept them moist for a few days, > until the raised redness (infection?) cleared up, then removed the band > aids, so the healing would begin and the scabs would fall off, which they > did. > > Then he caught a very bad cold, the kind that went right to his chest, > gave him an immune builder 3 times a day, and Colloidal Silver to speed up > the cold symptoms, which it did. When the cold was at the end of it's > run, he noticed his skin seemed drier and drier (he is prone to very dry > skin in winter) and we began treating that with lotions all over the body > after showers, but I began noticing that a raised redness was appearing > and he was complaining of itching - which he scratched, until raw. > > Apparently there is some liquid in the red areas, because he scratches and > then this is spreading over his body, the more he itches. He stopped > taking any Colloidal Silver after 4 days but is still taking an immune > builder, once a day, not 3 a day as he was with the cold. It is now 5 days > since the cold ended. > > I am brain dead at this moment and cannot think of what I used to do for a > Chicken Pox itch, which this seems similar to. I used to put something in > the bath water, to help stop the itching. Could someone remember that > ingredient, in order that he could get some relief, until he can get to a > doctor? > > We have no clue what could be causing these patches of itchy redness that > contain this clear liquid, other than the products in the attic, which > caused the original wounds. The house was probably 60 years old and I > don't remember what type of insulation was used back then. I always turn > to this great group of people, who give such wonderful, helpful advice. I > am most appreciative. > > Hugs, > > Buffy > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 18, 2006 Report Share Posted January 18, 2006 There's a special astringent that comes in pill form -- just drop a few into the bath. This stuff worked great for my kids. I wish I could remember the name, but I'll bet if you asked the pharmacist for the astringent doctors recommend for chicken pox, s/he'd know. Of course, it isn't a natural or herbal concoction I'm sure, so if that's what you require, this won't be an option. I just know that oatmeal wasn't all that helpful and this stuff stopped the itching dead -- not only stopped the itching, but helped the sores dry up quickly. Susan H. I am brain dead at this moment and cannot think of what I used to do for a Chicken Pox itch, which this seems similar to. I used to put something in the bath water, to help stop the itching. Could someone remember that ingredient, in order that he could get some relief, until he can get to a doctor? The information contained in these e-mails is not a substitute for diagnosis and treatment by a qualified, licensed professional. Step By Step Instructions For Making Herbal Labna Cheese! So easy, SO yummy! http://www.aromaticsage.com/cz.htm To adjust your group settings (i.e. go no mail) see the following link: /join Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 18, 2006 Report Share Posted January 18, 2006 " There's a special astringent that comes in pill form -- just drop a few into > the bath " It is probably Domeboro. (Domboro? sp?) It is boric acid and dried up my poison oak when I was a kid. Gayla Roberts Always Enough Ranch Acampo, California Check out our SALE PAGE at www.bouncinghoofs.com/alwaysenoughhobbysale.html A day without Bill Barnhill is like a day without sunshine! goatclearing http://coloredboers.home.att.net/always.html There is no failure except in no longer trying. Elbert Hubbard Dial Broadband has arrived Nationwide! Up to 5 times faster than traditional dialup connections from $13.33/month! See the demo for yourself at <a href= " http://www.BigValley.net " >www.BigValley.net</a> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 19, 2006 Report Share Posted January 19, 2006 Have you tried dusting the area with baking soda after a shower? I used baking soda in the bath when my kids had chickenpox, patted them dry and dusted with baking soda for the itch. It worked. Another thing to try is a 1% - 2% tea tree in the carrier of your choice applied with a cotton swab after shower. Let dry and then dust with baking soda. Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 19, 2006 Report Share Posted January 19, 2006 > the bath " It is probably Domeboro. (Domboro? sp?) It is boric acid and dried up my poison oak when I was a kid. =========I wish I could remember, but I just can't. I remember the doctor recommended it and I don't recall whether I needed an Rx for it -- but it sure worked great! Susan H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 19, 2006 Report Share Posted January 19, 2006 Theresa, Thank you very much for your suggestion. One of the problems with this rash and trying to dry the small sores, is his very dry skin. I'm giving him everyone's suggestion to see what he feels will work. I did my part, now it's up to him. He get's very picky about what he will try and there isn't a thing I can do about that one! I truly appreciate your suggestion. Hugs, Buffy > My grandmother made us all soak in mustard baths. She would put Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 19, 2006 Report Share Posted January 19, 2006 Julia, Thank you - I'm not sure about staph, but infection yes! I have given him your suggestion and now it's his call. He's very picky about what he will try. All I can do is suggest! This is such a great group. Even though I haven't " met " in person, any of my fellow list mates, and mostly lurk, I feel surrounded by friends who share their knowledge freely and show their concern. What a wonderful feeling. Hugs, Buffy > Buffy > This sounds like a staph infection. I think the oatmeal would be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 19, 2006 Report Share Posted January 19, 2006 Gayla, Thanks so much - I really appreciate all the responses to this problem of his. We shall see what he does with the information. Chris, our list Mom, has a wonderful group of people on this list. And though I only " know " her through this list, she is pretty special to have attracted all the warm fuzzies that appear on this list. We are so blessed to be a small part. Hugs, Buffy > > A couple of handfuls of oatmel in the bath for itchiness. Messy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 19, 2006 Report Share Posted January 19, 2006 Susan, This is one I have never heard of before - I guess my kids are older than this treatment. I'll give DH the suggestion and see what he does with the information. Thanks so much. I guess we are never too old to learn something new. Thanks so much! I really appreciate it. Hugs, Buffy PS I do hope I don't embarrass myself here. I'm much to shy, which is why I mostly lurk! Well, I did just embarrass myself - in triming the reply from Susan, I deleted it!!!! *Blush* > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 19, 2006 Report Share Posted January 19, 2006 Gayla, Thank you - I've given DH all the suggestions but this one I had not heard of until Susan posted it a little earlier. As I told her, I guess my kids are older than this treatment. *Blush* I appreciate your help. Hugs, Buffy > > " There's a special astringent that comes in pill form -- just drop a few into the bath " > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 19, 2006 Report Share Posted January 19, 2006 Barb, No I didn't think of that one because his skin is so dry!!! However, I did use a recipe I found on here for deodorizing the carpet, on the mattress, hoping that may help! Thank you for your suggestion. Hugs, Buffy *Blush* I trimmed her name!!! Sorry Barb. I guess I'm just too worn out. Excuse me please. > > Have you tried dusting the area with baking soda after a shower? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 19, 2006 Report Share Posted January 19, 2006 " > Chris, our list Mom, has a wonderful group of people on this list. And > though I only " know " her through this list, she is pretty special to > have attracted all the warm fuzzies that appear on this list. We are > so blessed to be a small part. " Ain't that the truth!?!?!? Gayla Roberts Always Enough Ranch Acampo, California Check out our SALE PAGE at www.bouncinghoofs.com/alwaysenoughhobbysale.html A day without Bill Barnhill is like a day without sunshine! goatclearing http://coloredboers.home.att.net/always.html There is no failure except in no longer trying. Elbert Hubbard Dial Broadband has arrived Nationwide! Up to 5 times faster than traditional dialup connections from $13.33/month! See the demo for yourself at <a href= " http://www.BigValley.net " >www.BigValley.net</a> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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