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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Circumostomy eczema | |||
| synonyms = Peristomal dermatitis | |||
| field = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Itching]], [[redness]], [[scaling]], [[crusting]] around the [[stoma]] | |||
| complications = [[Infection]], [[ulceration]] | |||
| onset = After [[stoma]] surgery | |||
| duration = Chronic, may persist as long as the [[stoma]] is present | |||
| causes = [[Irritation]] from [[stoma]] appliances, [[allergic reaction]] | |||
| risks = Poor [[stoma]] care, [[allergies]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[patch testing]] | |||
| differential = [[Contact dermatitis]], [[fungal infection]], [[psoriasis]] | |||
| prevention = Proper [[stoma]] care, use of hypoallergenic products | |||
| treatment = [[Topical corticosteroids]], [[emollients]], [[antihistamines]] | |||
| frequency = Common in individuals with a [[stoma]] | |||
}} | |||
'''Circumostomy eczema''' is a type of [[eczema]] that occurs around a [[stoma]]. A stoma is an artificial opening in the body, created during a surgical procedure. This condition is characterized by red, itchy, and inflamed skin around the stoma. | '''Circumostomy eczema''' is a type of [[eczema]] that occurs around a [[stoma]]. A stoma is an artificial opening in the body, created during a surgical procedure. This condition is characterized by red, itchy, and inflamed skin around the stoma. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of circumostomy eczema is not known. However, it is believed to be triggered by irritation from the stoma appliance or by an allergic reaction to the adhesive used to secure the appliance. | The exact cause of circumostomy eczema is not known. However, it is believed to be triggered by irritation from the stoma appliance or by an allergic reaction to the adhesive used to secure the appliance. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of circumostomy eczema include: | The symptoms of circumostomy eczema include: | ||
* Redness around the stoma | * Redness around the stoma | ||
* Itching around the stoma | * Itching around the stoma | ||
* Inflamed skin around the stoma | * Inflamed skin around the stoma | ||
* Pain around the stoma | * Pain around the stoma | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for circumostomy eczema typically involves the use of topical corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and itching. In some cases, a change in the type of stoma appliance or adhesive may be necessary. | Treatment for circumostomy eczema typically involves the use of topical corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and itching. In some cases, a change in the type of stoma appliance or adhesive may be necessary. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Eczema]] | * [[Eczema]] | ||
* [[Stoma (medicine)]] | * [[Stoma (medicine)]] | ||
* [[Corticosteroids]] | * [[Corticosteroids]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Eczema]] | [[Category:Eczema]] | ||
[[Category:Stoma]] | [[Category:Stoma]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 03:14, 4 April 2025
| Circumostomy eczema | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Peristomal dermatitis |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Itching, redness, scaling, crusting around the stoma |
| Complications | Infection, ulceration |
| Onset | After stoma surgery |
| Duration | Chronic, may persist as long as the stoma is present |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Irritation from stoma appliances, allergic reaction |
| Risks | Poor stoma care, allergies |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, patch testing |
| Differential diagnosis | Contact dermatitis, fungal infection, psoriasis |
| Prevention | Proper stoma care, use of hypoallergenic products |
| Treatment | Topical corticosteroids, emollients, antihistamines |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common in individuals with a stoma |
| Deaths | N/A |
Circumostomy eczema is a type of eczema that occurs around a stoma. A stoma is an artificial opening in the body, created during a surgical procedure. This condition is characterized by red, itchy, and inflamed skin around the stoma.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of circumostomy eczema is not known. However, it is believed to be triggered by irritation from the stoma appliance or by an allergic reaction to the adhesive used to secure the appliance.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of circumostomy eczema include:
- Redness around the stoma
- Itching around the stoma
- Inflamed skin around the stoma
- Pain around the stoma
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for circumostomy eczema typically involves the use of topical corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and itching. In some cases, a change in the type of stoma appliance or adhesive may be necessary.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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