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Has anyone using ostomy pouches experienced rashes and itching?
Ostomy | Last Active: Dec 26, 2024 | Replies (32)Comment receiving replies
It could be a yeast infection. You can use Coloplast Micro-Guard powder (not prescription). You will need to apply the powder and then "crust" it with a barrier wipe or spray, or the appliance won't stick. I have found that mixing the powder with Stomahesive powder in the Stomahesive bottle works well.
If you are still having issues seeing a WOCN would be a good idea.
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The itch has subsided and I did use the powder on the redness and it worked - the redness is gone. Thanks.
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Thank you for your information. Today I changed the pouch and there was minimal redness and no itching in the ostomy area. So, it appears that the prescription worked after only 4 days - now discontinued. Have gone back to anti-itch creams I bought ($49 worth of various) to treat his back which is the only area now of itch. Will continue monitoring. I'll keep your info on file! Laura