Tip on New Product for Skin Irritation

I recently discovered that Cortizone 10 comes in a spray, and it is a game changer for me. I have sensitivity to adhesives, so my appliances were making me miserable with rashes, blisters, and irritation. I had heard of other ostomy patients using Flonase, but that didn't seem right to me. When I saw the Cortizone 10 spray, I had to try it. I sprayed it on, let it dry, then sprayed the barrier spray over it. It worked! I have no itching, and some of the redness I had around the wafer is gone. The spray is a liquid that dries quickly and without residue, so it's safe to use with the appliances.

Hello Funmaru,

Interesting post. I'm not a chemist or a medic, and it sounds like you may have found a product that you may be safe using - for a short amount of time [I don't know for how long] - but I suggest that as soon as your rash has gone, overall, it may be best to stop using it because, so far as I understand, a topically applied medication [applying to skin as opposed to tablets via mouth or injections, etc.] containing a steroid can thin the skin if used more than absolutely necessary.

As a precaution, check with your doctor or pharmacist.

I am pleased it has helped in the short term.

:-)

BW

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Jayne ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

Very good point, Jayne.

This side effect, also known as skin atrophy, can occur with topical creams, injections, and oral steroids. Skin thinning makes the skin more fragile and prone to bruising.

Cortisone causes skin thinning. It does this by inhibiting the production of collagen, a protein that provides structure and elasticity to the skin.

Why didn't the use of Flonase feel right to you? The stuff works for me. When I see a bit of a red area when changing, I give it a blast. The next time I change, the red spot is magically gone. I likely only need to use Flonase once every 2 weeks or so.

What the others said. You really don't want to use cortisone topically on any kind of regular basis.

Terry

My Ostomy Journey: LeeAnne | Hollister

BB,

Thank you for your explanation .... yes, only use when absolutely necessary .... Good points, BB.

Best regards

Jayne

G-Day Funmaru,

Have you checked with your doctor to see if this is OK? A quick fix is one thing, but look at using it just until the rash has gone.

All the above information is correct.

Regards, IGGIE

I've had trouble with leaking, which leads to damaged and inflamed skin. My wound care nurse recommended Domaboro soap. It comes as a powder in individual packets, which you dissolve in warm water, with a soft cloth. Soak for 10-15 minutes, then apply to the clean stoma area for another 10-15 minutes. It's steroid-free, so you can use it without worries. It works by drawing the moisture out of the skin, healing it quickly. I found it both at Walmart and on Amazon. Best of luck - - -

It seemed odd because Flonase is intended to be used in the nose, not on the skin.

Thanks, everyone, for setting me straight. I didn't know about the skin thinning. Maybe I'll use the spray every other bag change and not each time.

My ostomy is going to be reversed in a couple of months anyway.

Keep us up to date after your reversal.

IGGIE

It does cause thinning of your skin! I did develop an allergy to colloidal skin barriers from Convatec, which I really liked because they have a moldable barrier that is great for someone with a loop ileostomy (hard to fit). Hollister has Ceramide, which is more friendly to your skin, but I don't like cut-to-fit, but the pouching system doesn't fall off now. High temperatures and humidity make things more difficult.