Topic Explanation:
The initial post discusses the positive experience of switching from Convatec Stomahesive powder to Parthenon Karaya powder for stoma care, resulting in improved skin condition and better appliance adherence. The user seeks to know if others have had similar experiences.

Advice and Insights:
- Some users suggest that the Convatec Stomahesive powder might have caused an allergic reaction, leading to skin issues.
- One user shares using Karaya 5 for skin redness around the stoma and has had no problems so far.
- Another user mentions using Karaya powder as a precaution, even though they do not have skin issues, and follows it with a no-sting barrier film.
- A user recommends trying Hollister's karaya powder for irritated skin around the stoma.
- There is a discussion about the differences between stoma powder and karaya powder, with some users expressing confusion about the distinction and mentioning allergic reactions to certain stoma powders.

Helpful Insights:
- Some users are not clear on the differences between stoma powder and karaya powder, and there is a discussion about various brands that offer karaya powder.
- Users share their experiences with different types of powders and their effects on skin condition and appliance adherence.