I’m a caregiver for my husband who got his LVAD in September. We were told that a shower bag would not be issued until his driveline is completely healed. He STILL hasn’t gotten one. I do dressing changes every other day, or daily when he’s been more active and there is more drainage. Meaning he’s not healed up yet. We’re told that it takes some people up to a year!
The risk of infection is real, and if you shower before you’re all healed up, it could put you at greater risk. Ask your practitioners before you shower to be safe.
Creating a personal link between LVADers,and their caregivers, with others in the same situation in there own area. A place to post your information so others can connect with you.
Shower bags
Thu, 03/23/2023 - 9:34AMYes please. I had my LVAD in February so haven’t got anything.
Hope they are still available. I live in Surrey. Uk England
Many thanks
Emma Knight
In reply to Shower bags by Emma K.
Jeanne C.Showerbags
Fri, 03/24/2023 - 4:56PMHi Emma!
I’m a caregiver for my husband who got his LVAD in September. We were told that a shower bag would not be issued until his driveline is completely healed. He STILL hasn’t gotten one. I do dressing changes every other day, or daily when he’s been more active and there is more drainage. Meaning he’s not healed up yet. We’re told that it takes some people up to a year!
The risk of infection is real, and if you shower before you’re all healed up, it could put you at greater risk. Ask your practitioners before you shower to be safe.
Happy Day,
Jeanne C.
Hi. I’m in such a need for…
Sun, 03/26/2023 - 5:17PMHi. I’m in such a need for one shower bag….any orientation? Thanks
Shower Bag
Tue, 03/28/2023 - 12:39PMHi Kelly,
I would like one. Where are you located? Thanks