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Question: I’m sure this question has been asked before, and I thought I had clipped out an answer and filed it somewhere, but now can’t find it. After about 4 days of wear, the edges of the appliance flange/faceplate start to lift. I have used Op-Site FlexiTape to hold down the edges, but it can …
Question: What can I do for red itchy pimply rash under the flange? Response: Skin irritation around your stoma is usually caused by leakage from your ostomy pouch and the output from your stoma getting underneath the adhesive and onto your skin. It is uncomfortable and can stop your pouch from working well. The skin …
Question: I had a permanent colostomy surgery in May of this year. I am doing very well other than a few minor issues. Hope you can give me some helpful advice. Though I have good adherence of the pouch I find after a day with a new pouch I sense a very subtle odour. The …