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Input on First Aid Kit (and some Spanish identifications)

ahhh, mercurochrome. I remember that now. good thing I am not a fish or people might have to throw me back because of a high mercury content! The stuff worked for me whatever it was. I was able to walk after just one day rest. and I made the rest of the Camino to Santiago without a lot of extra...
- frmikeminn
- Post #5
- Apr 15, 2008
- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🩺 Health & Medical Topics
Input on First Aid Kit (and some Spanish identifications)

I went with more ibuprofen, (no immodium), a topical ointment, some compeed, a few bandaids, needle and thread, an ace bandage, iodine, a little cortaid, Antiseptic wipes and some foot cream. I have a few more powerful pain relievers and some benadryl. I also take a small tube of oraljel for...
- frmikeminn
- Post #2
- Apr 15, 2008
- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🩺 Health & Medical Topics
Compeed

Thanks everyone for the good foot advice. I had a terrible time on my last Camino with all sorts of foot problems. This time I have been walking more prior to the start date, plan to walk shorter distances, remove my shoes and air dry often, and I'm using smart wool socks on well broken in...
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- Post #28
- Apr 2, 2008
- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🩺 Health & Medical Topics
Wheat allergies

Dear Friends: Thank you for the replies to this post. I stand corrected on the allergy/coeliac issue. My friend is indeed a Coeliac and your answers will certainly help her to discern whether she should walk or bike the Camino. I will be seeing her tonight and plan to share your words. She will...
- frmikeminn
- Post #7
- Mar 12, 2008
- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🩺 Health & Medical Topics
Wheat allergies

A friend saw some of my pictures from a previous Camino and is interested in attempting the trip. She is allergic to wheat. Any thoughts on how challenging it would be for someone with a wheat allergy to walk or bike the camino?
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- Mar 12, 2008
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