What does everyone use to prevent the break down of skin around an ostomy. I have had mine for 22years and the skin looks thin and I get bleeds that are severe.
2010ram
Jan 10, 2025 11:55 pm
Kas
Jan 11, 2025 12:04 am
Does your appliance fit properly? Do you have a lot of leakage?
Typically, for the occasional sore spot caused by a leak or whatever, I use stoma powder followed by no-sting spray and make a little crust of the two over the area. Look up the crust & dust method.
Hope this helps!
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aTraveler
Jan 11, 2025 1:44 am
I agree with Kas. Your solution may be an appliance with better adherence to your skin. Ileostomy or colostomy? Retracted stoma? High output stoma? Watery output?
More information is needed to better offer suggestions.
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IGGIE
Jan 11, 2025 11:27 am
G-Day, do you have access to a stoma nurse? If not, go see your doctor or a wound specialist. Regards, IGGIE
TerryLT
Jan 11, 2025 10:21 pm
If you are not already using a barrier ring, that is what I would recommend. As a Canadian, you can access Salts products (British company), and they make an aloe infused ring that will do wonders for your skin. I started using them about three years ago, and have had very healthy peristomal skin since. Call Salts and request a sample.
Terry
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