Topic Explanation:
The forum topic is about a person experiencing itchy, burning skin around the outside of the adhesive area of their ostomy bag. They have tried various creams and treatments without success and are seeking advice from others who may have experienced a similar issue.
Advice and Insights:
- When changing the wafer, leave it off for a while, wash the area with soap and water, let it dry, spray some Benadryl on the area, let it dry, then put on stoma powder and the new wafer and rings that circle the wafer.
- Some individuals may develop an allergy to the tape that anchors down the wafer, and cutting the tape off might help alleviate the irritation.
- Consider using Miconazole Nitrate for redness and itchiness underneath the wafer.
- If the wafer has a tape border, it might be the source of the problem, and switching to a pectin-based wafer could help.
- Seek guidance from an ostomy nurse or healthcare professional for personalized advice and treatment options.
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