Posted on 4/7/2023
Urostomy dermatitis may develop, which causes pain, itching, and skin damage. This article will present a clinical case of periurostomy dermatitis.
How is peripheral skin dermatitis caused?
The excretion of urostomy is urine, which is highly corrosive to the skin. Once in contact with the skin, it can cause symptoms such as skin itching, tingling, edema, bleeding, and even erosion within a few hours . Retraction, uneven skin, improper stoma care techniques, etc. cause urine to contact with the skin around the stoma ...