{"id":6989,"date":"2026-01-20T10:23:19","date_gmt":"2026-01-20T10:23:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/farmoderm.it\/10-steps-for-perfect-peristomal-skin-hygiene\/"},"modified":"2026-01-20T10:23:19","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T10:23:19","slug":"10-steps-for-perfect-peristomal-skin-hygiene","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/farmoderm.it\/en\/10-steps-for-perfect-peristomal-skin-hygiene\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Steps for perfect peristomal skin hygiene"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Regardless of whether you have just had surgery, or have had an ostomy for some time, it is critical to maintain healthy peristomal skin.
\nLiving with an ostomy can be complicated, and having to deal with skin irritation makes things even more difficult.<\/p>\n

Fortunately, our guidelines for peristomal skin were drafted following the results of a Clinical Research conducted at La Sapienza University of Rome.<\/a><\/strong>. What’ s more, by enlisting the help of stomatal nurses<\/em>,<\/em> we can provide you with authentic, tried and tested tips to improve your peristomal skin hygiene routine.<\/p>\n

By following our directions, you will notice healthy, elastic and irritation-free skin in no time. So, if you want to solve skin problems around your ostomy, or are simply wondering how to properly manage your peristomal skin, follow the advice we offer in the following section. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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For perfect peristomal hygiene, products that do not contain skin irritants should be used, such as: lukewarm water, a cleanser with a self-balancing and antibacterial pH, ostomy-specific wipes, and isodermic cream.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Make sure you have everything you will need on hand during your peristomal skin hygiene routine<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. Wash your hands thoroughly<\/a><\/li>\n
  3. Take a comfortable position <\/a><\/li>\n
  4. Gently remove the collection system to avoid skin complications<\/a><\/li>\n
  5. Use an adhesive remover (in case you need extra help peeling off the plaque)<\/a><\/li>\n
  6. Use disposable paper to remove any residue<\/a><\/li>\n
  7. Use lukewarm water, soap with self-balancing pH, and specific wipes to wash peristomal skin <\/a><\/li>\n
  8. Dry the skin thoroughly before applying the new collection system <\/a><\/li>\n
  9. Keep skin healthy by applying a small amount of isodermic cream<\/a><\/li>\n
  10. Apply your new presidium<\/a><\/li>\n
  11. Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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    Here’s why you need to take care of your peristomal skin<\/b><\/h2>\n

    First, you need to maintain healthy peristomal skin to facilitate ostomy management and to avoid complications that could lower your quality of life.<\/p>\n

    In addition, various studies reveal that, at some point in their lives, most ostomates tend to be affected by peristomal skin complications.<\/p>\n

    The main negative implications of unhealthy skin around the stoma are:<\/p>\n