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Abdomen Treatment Instructions |
- Do not scrub off your treatment marks. You may shower as usual and allow water to flow over area. Use only mild soap on the treated skin. Gently pat dry. Do not use deodorants or powders or creams in the treatment area unless authorized by the Nurse.
- You may use clear colorless aloe vera gel on the treated skin twice a day.
- Try to wear loose cotton clothing.
- If esophagus or stomach becomes irritated drink one tablespoon of liquid antacid before eating. Have liquid available to drink whenever eating.
- Eat frequent, small meals about 6 a day. Use liquid food supplements as necessary to maintain nutritional support.
- If nausea develops notify Nurse Immediately. You may need to take a prescription of nausea medication before your treatment.
- Foods that normally cause gas, may also cause diarrhea. Avoid hot/spicy foods such as tomato based foods and hot peppers.
- Have Imodium available for diarrhea. Use as directed on the label.
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Patient Care 
