Is it safe to shower/wash your surgical areas with water in DR?

May 22, 2016
Asked By:MrsAM in New York, NY

Is it safe to shower/wash your surgical areas with the water in the DR? I know that the water isn't safe to drink, so it seems that it wouldn't be safe to wash surgical areas. I was hoping someone from DR would have an answer and what the usual protocol is for bathing post-op. Thank you.

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