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May 05, 2017

Fungal Infection - Seeking Relief for Itching & Soreness

This topic is about dealing with a fungal infection around the stoma, which is causing severe itching and soreness. The person experiencing this issue suspects it might be related to an adhesive allergy. Here are some helpful insights and advice shared by others:

1. Antifungal Treatment:
- Many people recommend using Nystatin powder, also known as Nustop, to help control itching and manage weeping skin.

2. Check for Adhesive Allergy:
- Sometimes, reactions to adhesives can look like or worsen fungal rashes. It might be helpful to do a skin-patch test to check for allergies.
- Some have found relief by switching from taped Hollister wafers to tapeless ones.

3. Alternative Systems:
- ConvaTec SureFit two-piece tapeless wafers are suggested as an alternative. You can contact the manufacturer for support and request samples.

4. Application and Wear Tips:
- If you start feeling itchy, remove the wafer immediately as it could indicate skin breakdown.
- Ensure the opening of the appliance fits snugly. If the stoma has shrunk, exposed skin might get irritated by the output.
- Switching to a convex pouch has been helpful for some individuals.

5. Skin-Soothing Technique:
- Try soaking in a bathtub with a few inches of very warm water while leaving the stoma uncovered. Repeatedly flood and air-dry the area for about an hour to help speed up healing.

6. Lifestyle and Holistic Suggestions:
- Some people take a tablespoon of raw honey daily as it is believed to have antifungal and immune-supporting properties.

7. Durability of Tapeless Wafers:
- If you are concerned about the durability of tapeless Hollister or no-tape flanges during activities like exercise and swimming, it might be helpful to seek feedback from others who have experience with this.
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