The operation of potassium permanganate sitz bath mainly includes several aspects such as preparation of sitz bath solution, warm water sitz bath and cleaning after sitz bath.
1. Preparation of sitz bath solution: according to the patient’s condition, sufficient amount of solution should be prepared, and the amount of solution should be configured according to the demand, such as Bach’s gland cysts, potassium permanganate sitz bath can completely soak perineum can be used, usually using 1 tablet of potassium permanganate, 5000ml warm water (37~42℃), according to the ratio of 1:5000.
During the preparation, patients need to pay attention not to touch the medicine directly with their hands, and can use clean paper towel to wrap the tablets before separating them, and the skin may be corroded or stained if it comes into direct contact with potassium permanganate. If the preparation process inadvertently into the eyes or burn the skin, immediately rinse with plenty of water.
2. Warm water sitz bath: assist the patient to sitz bath for 15~20 minutes, family members should accompany the patient during the process of sitz bath, if there is any discomfort such as panic, dizziness, etc., please stop the sitz bath immediately and inform the health care personnel. Before the sitz bath process, you can put the bidet on the floor, or on a small bench or toilet, remember to hold it steady to prevent falls.
3. Cleaning after the sitz bath: dry the buttocks with a clean towel and put on clean clothes. How long it takes to take a potassium permanganate sitz bath depends on the patient’s tolerance, therapeutic purpose and other factors, in general, the normal need for 15~20 minutes.
The drug should be used in strict compliance with medical advice.