OK guys, it has been over a month on this go around. I have two spots where some stiches were around "New Maxine" that just don't want to heal. At this time, I am using the pancake method of stoma powder and skin barrier wipe. It keeps the stinging at bay for a day or two sometimes, then other times it is a real pain! Does anyone out there in Ostomy Land have any other treatment ideas? I am in the US so if there are any new products to try, they gotta be from here. Just when I think things are turning around, I have to take 3 steps back. On a good note, New Maxine is working famously and my horrible pain is now gone. I am so glad they finally fixed the issue.
freedancer
Apr 03, 2018 12:48 am
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Apr 03, 2018 6:01 pm
Hi Freedancer! Do you have a post surgery check up coming up soon? The doctor can pull the stitch or stitches out that are not dissolving. It will heal up quick after that I bet.
Have a happy day:-)
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Xerxes
Apr 04, 2018 2:57 am
I am glad your "new Maxine" is cooperationg. As for the sores, patience is probably the best remedy as hard as it is to accept. A month post surgery is really not an inordinate amount of time when you're talking about a major surgical procedure.
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freedancer
Apr 09, 2018 6:32 am
Thanks for your reply. I finally am having some success in healing up my sore areas. I just kept using the stoma powder and skin barrier wipe. I only have one stubborn spot now.
freedancer
May 27, 2018 2:00 am
I am still having the issue. The doctor is thinking of trying Hyperbaric treatment. Have any of you tried that?
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