Rash around the stoma

Posted by khalberstadt42 @khalberstadt42, May 27 12:40pm

Has anyone or does anyone have a rash around their stoma and what have or had you done to make it better or go away? I have a rash that will not go away and have tried several different things with no success in getting rid of the rash. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks

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ravna | @ravna | May 31 8:01am

In reply to @monkeywings "Maybe I have a sensitivity to the adhesive on the flange?" + (show)

That’s what I’m thinking….its either that, or moisture from sweat around the outer edge is causing moisture associated dermatitis?

monkeywings | @monkeywings | May 31 11:47am

I’m also wondering about taking a shower on a day I don’t change the flange, it stays wet for at least 30 minutes after.

kenc | @kenc | May 31 6:53pm

In reply to @monkeywings "Thanks, I usually change the flange every 4-5 days" + (show)

...and sometimes more often, if the need arises.

ravna | @ravna | Jun 1 7:40am

In reply to @monkeywings "I’m also wondering about taking a shower on a day I don’t change the flange, it..." + (show)

It may not be drying as well underneath as you think. I blow dry mine after I shower.

monkeywings | @monkeywings | Jun 1 3:02pm

That’s a good idea!

weatherguy6 | @weatherguy6 | Jun 2 7:50am

I've been following this thread and it sounds like contact dermatitis. Others that had the issue in my support group have had good success using a hair dryer after showering to ensure the area is completely dry before attaching the barrier.

atraveler | @atraveler | Jun 2 9:58am

In reply to @weatherguy6 "I've been following this thread and it sounds like contact dermatitis. Others that had the issue..." + (show)

I also use a dryer every time I change the appliance — warmth helps seal the wafer/barrier/flange to your skin.

susan_f | @susanbfoster | Jun 3 3:57pm

Have you seen a WOCN? They specialize in wound and ostomy treatment. You might be having a reaction to the appliance, a fungal infection or something else.

summerlibra | @summerlibra | Jun 3 10:14pm

In reply to @monkeywings "I’m also wondering about taking a shower on a day I don’t change the flange, it..." + (show)

Every time I take a shower I change everything to control order and also to not worry about any unknown and unwanted residual moisture staying on my skin afterwards for any length of time.