Topic Explanation
The forum topic is about a person seeking help for an incurable stoma rash that has been persistent for over a year. The individual is desperate to find alternatives to Prednisone, which has been the only effective treatment but has caused severe side effects due to long-term use.

Advice and Insights
- Consider dietary changes to address the imbalance of sugars to healthy bacteria, as candida is often related to diet.
- Use anti-fungal powder under the wafer and reduce sugar intake to combat yeast infections.
- Try Domborow Powder applied as a paste with a hot washcloth to alleviate the rash.
- Use Zabsorb AF powder and a skin barrier sheet to cover the irritated area under the wafer.
- Consider using Mycostatin, Nystop (nystatin), or Vanos prescription powder to address the rash.
- Use Gold Bond Medicated Powder or a foot powder for yeast infections.
- Apply Milk of Magnesia before replacing the wafer to help heal the skin.
- Consider using Coloplast Brava protective sheets to prevent allergic reactions to the adhesive on the wafer.
- Use live yogurt on the affected area to soothe and kill off the yeast by altering the pH of the skin.
- Consider using Nystatin 100,000,000 mg powder sparingly under the wafer to avoid loosening the wafer.
- Seek advice from an ostomy nurse or dermatologist to explore potential allergic reactions or alternative treatment options.
- Consider using a two-piece system with convex and protective sheets to prevent skin irritation and leaks.