Hello all, I've had my colostomy for a year now. The skin around my stoma is bright red and I can't get it to get any better. Is there a trick to helping it heal or???
Ben
Nungsr
Mar 25, 2023 5:46 pm
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Mr.Heart2Win
Mar 25, 2023 7:12 pm
W30bob had two great entries about this. I saved both. One is called: Forum Home Page > Ostomy-related questions
New here and so excited to have found this group, but I need help!.
And the other one is called: Forum Home Page > Ostomy tips
Ostomy Related Skin Irritation - What you need to know.
Just scroll down and you'll find both titles, great advice.
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Ben38
Mar 25, 2023 7:52 pm
First thing to make sure is the hole in base being cut too small/big..... We should measure our stomas every month as they can change shape/size anytime no matter how long we've had them for....I'm in the UK. I use Sudocrem when I have sore skin. I don't know if it's available where you are. It's just a diaper/nappy rash cream. I presume all makes of them work the same way, just rub a small amount on the skin and wipe over with a dry wipe before applying a new ostomy bag.
Ostomate & woundr
Mar 25, 2023 11:24 pm
Might be easier to diagnose if we had pictures. I could certainly look on your profile if that's where you put them, but otherwise you can just attach it to your reply.
So far, I agree with all of the advice aforementioned.
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Nungsr
Mar 26, 2023 12:24 am
Reply to xnine
I use them also. I use adhesive wipes and barrier wipes. I also use Hollister paste. I'm starting to think maybe I'm allergic to the paste? Also, I really haven't let the skin breathe much so there's that.
Nungsr
Mar 26, 2023 12:27 am
Reply to Ostomate & woundr
I'd rather not post pictures, to me it's kinda gross looking.
AlexT
Mar 26, 2023 12:42 am
You shower with no bag on? Since you said colostomy, I'm guessing you have time to let it air out like I can. I usually lay down for anywhere from 15-60 minutes with no bag on and let the ceiling fan move around.
w30bob
Mar 26, 2023 8:47 am
Hi Ben,
Download this book and find the picture of what you're experiencing... it should help point you in the right direction!
;o)
https://docshare.tips/abdominal-stomas-and-their-skin-disorders_5884d04fb6d87fb4298b4ac9.html