Roadie_ Posted March 20, 2018 Share Hi Guys - rather started a new specific thread. I've searched the prior threads and can't find anything definitive, though some scary comments on the net about infected saddle sores which could be fatal. I've got my first saddle sore - which is basically like a blood blister/boil. It does not seem infected, as just dark red. It's swollen/painful and I cannot ride. My question is - do I pop/lance it, or just wait it out for it to hopefully repair itself? It's been 4 days with only marginal improvement. I'm concerned that opening it might invite infection, though leaving it might contain the ''stuff' which might need to be removed? If anyone has experienced similar, please could you share how you treated it. Need to get back on the road. Lastly, it is worth a trip to the doctor? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zub Posted March 20, 2018 Share Buchu gel and it's gone within two days. I had it bad on both sides at the same time, could'nt even get in and out of car, never mind sitting on a bicycle saddle. Used buchu gel and within 2 days it was healed. If it IS a boil, it will need to burst on it's own and drain out completely. If it's deeper under the skin and cannot burst on it's own, then a trip to the Dr will be necessary. Breezer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V12man Posted March 20, 2018 Share Hi Guys - rather started a new specific thread. I've searched the prior threads and can't find anything definitive, though some scary comments on the net about infected saddle sores which could be fatal. I've got my first saddle sore - which is basically like a blood blister/boil. It does not seem infected, as just dark red. It's swollen/painful and I cannot ride. My question is - do I pop/lance it, or just wait it out for it to hopefully repair itself? It's been 4 days with only marginal improvement. I'm concerned that opening it might invite infection, though leaving it might contain the ''stuff' which might need to be removed? If anyone has experienced similar, please could you share how you treated it. Need to get back on the road. Lastly, it is worth a trip to the doctor? Thanks.General rule is not to lance it unless done by a medical professional - sterilise the area around it and all your bibs etc - a spray bottle of surgical spirits helps with this. Might be worth a visit to your doc - if it's infected then a course of antibiotics is indicated. Amberdrake, ChUkKy and Duane_Bosch 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duane_Bosch Posted March 20, 2018 Share General rule is not to lance it unless done by a medical professional - sterilise the area around it and all your bibs etc - a spray bottle of surgical spirits helps with this. Might be worth a visit to your doc - if it's infected then a course of antibiotics is indicated.You're a doctor hey? These guys should rope you in to do a monthly medical topic. Would be great to hear from an actual professional. OneLove, Mongoose!, Wannabe and 7 others 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super J Posted March 20, 2018 Share Try using the local drawing salve called "Uit trek" I suffer from deep saddle sores and this stuff works pre and post ride. MBMtbGirl 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splat Posted March 20, 2018 Share This is one of those threads where the term 'Pics, or it didn't happen' does NOT apply ! ChUkKy, Amberdrake, Wannabe and 12 others 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thisismyotherbike Posted March 20, 2018 Share This is one of those threads where the term 'Pics, or it didn't happen' does NOT apply ! Never take advice on popping sores from a guy called "splat" BigDL, Dirkitech, splat and 4 others 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V12man Posted March 20, 2018 Share You're a doctor hey? These guys should rope you in to do a monthly medical topic. Would be great to hear from an actual professional. There are several doctors that post here - at least 5 I can think of offhand - seems like hard work to post an article monthly - mostly we jump in on topics that interest us. Sports has always interested me.... Dubber, Mongoose!, Duane_Bosch and 6 others 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatek Posted March 20, 2018 Share I just put a plaster on it and keep on training. I just ride shorter rides for 2 days. Edited March 20, 2018 by Zatek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roadie_ Posted March 20, 2018 Share Buchu gel and it's gone within two days. I had it bad on both sides at the same time, could'nt even get in and out of car, never mind sitting on a bicycle saddle. Used buchu gel and within 2 days it was healed. If it IS a boil, it will need to burst on it's own and drain out completely. If it's deeper under the skin and cannot burst on it's own, then a trip to the Dr will be necessary.Thanks for all the replies guys. I'll try find this buchu gel, and if not cleared by Friday might go to the Doc to lance it. If I can manage to 'pad/sponge it', it I might try a short ride tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Steer Posted March 20, 2018 Share If you decide to Lance them, be sure to chat with Rourke Croeser first - he's a bit of an expert... PhilipV, Sepia, Odinson and 7 others 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V12man Posted March 20, 2018 Share This is one of those threads where the term 'Pics, or it didn't happen' does NOT apply !I do have some of a saddle sore that was lanced and progressed through to join up with the rectum... took a few surgical retries to get it clear... terrible spot.... BigDL 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewbacca Posted March 20, 2018 Share If you decide to Lance them, be sure to chat with Rourke Croeser first - he's a bit of an expert... hahahaha you beat me to it! Andrew Steer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roadie_ Posted March 20, 2018 Share Try using the local drawing salve called "Uit trek" I suffer from deep saddle sores and this stuff works pre and post ride. Thanks - might also try this. Googled it and I think it's called '8-trek' and available at Clicks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fat Boab Posted March 20, 2018 Share I do have some of a saddle sore that was lanced and progressed through to join up with the rectum... took a few surgical retries to get it clear... terrible spot.... TMI..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Let's Ride Posted March 20, 2018 Share Use some aquarius cream before putting on your bibs. Will end up working. Also a specialized saddle which fits your sit bones. But you might end up with marks that stay... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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