I had a colostomy performed on May 5 with a revision on May 12. I have experienced no leaks from my appliance. But I have developed annoying skin irritations under the elastic barrier strips that surround my ostomy pouch. They itch and are sometimes painful. At one spot under my appliance, I have developed a particularly annoying and painful raised welt/cyst/pimple under my appliance above my stoma. I apply Stomahesive protective powder and no-sting skin barrier wipes when I change my drainable pouch every two days. But this regimen alone has not eased my discomfort. Does anyone have any suggestions as to what products I may try? Or might a prescription strength medication like a cortisone cream be indicated? Thanks for any ideas you may like to share.
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