by Deleted User 2651 » 15 May 2013, 09:27
Hi Drew,
I'm not sure about the chlorinated water. I haven't been in a pool lately.
I do use coconut oil and it seems to help. The best advice is to eat a lot of fiber, drink a ton of water, keep the area clean and dry, etc.
Some people really like aloe as well. Like the pure all natural aloe. If you're in the U.S. I believe you can find this at Vitamin Shoppe. For me I find if I apply vaseline (on the area and a little inside) before a BM it helps me alot.
I hear ya on the depression. It can be so incredibly heartbreaking. Just know that you're not alone. Hang in there.