How do I clean my hands if they are in a cast?

by Sharon
(Exeter, CA)

Hi. I am in a real predicament. About 10 days ago I broke both of my wrists. I have a history of mild to moderate psoriasis and was dx last year with dyshidrotic eczema. I am in my 50’s. My hands are also very sensitive to soaps, sanitizers and other external products. I am on a steroidal ointment which helps me a lot, but as your article has indicated, not cured it.

Although I have been trying to keep my skin clean on my fingers and palms, yeast and yellow plaque is present. My skin is very dry and flaky. Thank goodness I have not had splitting or cuts but I have a rash on my palms and redness from what I can see. I am very concerned when I get surgery and get casted as I will not be able to clean my hands properly and use cream or get things wet. I am extremely sensitive to hand sanitizers.. my surgeon seemed to ignore my concerns with my hands. They were not as bad at the time as it is now. Help!