Slowtwitch brain trust,
I have done some research on the topic of saddle sores and have found an older thread on here regarding and treatment. Although my sore is not on my direct point of contact with my saddle it is at a point that is irritated sometimes by the chamois of my cycling shorts. I wanted to get some insight from anyone that could give information that would be helpful to my particular situation.
Background:
A little over a month (maybe around 2 now) ago I was out for a ride with family on a rented bike in regular clothes. This lead to a 'pinch' in the crease between my butt and upper thigh. Over time it would fluctuate in size and irritability but generally about the size of an oblong quarter. I thought it was just a hot spot or blister from being rubbed while wearing regular clothes.
I have been working out as normal paying particular attention to proper hygiene and positioning while riding. After some rides (or sitting in a car) it would be a little larger or more irritated but would go down some if I stopped riding for a couple days.
Personal treatment:
I have tried most of the home remedies that people have recommended. Neosporin, tea tree oil, hot compress, various riding creams, etc. All seem to have some relieving qualities (even if only placebo). I have not attempted to pop it or dig at it as I know that can create many more problems.
Last Straw:
Yesterday I did a century on my road bike (which fits great) and I aggravated the spot. I have a HIM in 3 weeks and want to make sure that it isn't going to be a major health risk. I decided enough is enough and I made an appointment with the Dr today.
Dr Visit:
Dr looked at it and wanted to know the background. It doesn't have the normal pimple look that many abscess do. And it isn't spreading. All said and done, his recommendation "first, stop riding your bicycle"...... Well, kinda hard with the race coming up in 3 weeks. We talked and he said that normally he would look at opening it up and draining it but since that would put me out of racing, especially with swimming and an open wound. He recommend a course of antibiotics to see if it resolves it, or at least minimizes it until after the race. Then if it was still an issue he would look at draining it after the race. He prescribed cefdinir (2x300mg/day) for 10 days.
Questions/ Concerns:
1. Side effects of workouts with cefdinir? I have 1 last big week and then the 2 taper weeks.... Do I need to make any major modifications or just listen to how my body is feeling?
2. DRs.... Is this a standard type of treatment, as far as antibiotics, for this type of skin issue?
3. Any major health concerns if it is still present on race day?
I have done some research on the topic of saddle sores and have found an older thread on here regarding and treatment. Although my sore is not on my direct point of contact with my saddle it is at a point that is irritated sometimes by the chamois of my cycling shorts. I wanted to get some insight from anyone that could give information that would be helpful to my particular situation.
Background:
A little over a month (maybe around 2 now) ago I was out for a ride with family on a rented bike in regular clothes. This lead to a 'pinch' in the crease between my butt and upper thigh. Over time it would fluctuate in size and irritability but generally about the size of an oblong quarter. I thought it was just a hot spot or blister from being rubbed while wearing regular clothes.
I have been working out as normal paying particular attention to proper hygiene and positioning while riding. After some rides (or sitting in a car) it would be a little larger or more irritated but would go down some if I stopped riding for a couple days.
Personal treatment:
I have tried most of the home remedies that people have recommended. Neosporin, tea tree oil, hot compress, various riding creams, etc. All seem to have some relieving qualities (even if only placebo). I have not attempted to pop it or dig at it as I know that can create many more problems.
Last Straw:
Yesterday I did a century on my road bike (which fits great) and I aggravated the spot. I have a HIM in 3 weeks and want to make sure that it isn't going to be a major health risk. I decided enough is enough and I made an appointment with the Dr today.
Dr Visit:
Dr looked at it and wanted to know the background. It doesn't have the normal pimple look that many abscess do. And it isn't spreading. All said and done, his recommendation "first, stop riding your bicycle"...... Well, kinda hard with the race coming up in 3 weeks. We talked and he said that normally he would look at opening it up and draining it but since that would put me out of racing, especially with swimming and an open wound. He recommend a course of antibiotics to see if it resolves it, or at least minimizes it until after the race. Then if it was still an issue he would look at draining it after the race. He prescribed cefdinir (2x300mg/day) for 10 days.
Questions/ Concerns:
1. Side effects of workouts with cefdinir? I have 1 last big week and then the 2 taper weeks.... Do I need to make any major modifications or just listen to how my body is feeling?
2. DRs.... Is this a standard type of treatment, as far as antibiotics, for this type of skin issue?
3. Any major health concerns if it is still present on race day?