It was reported that a new ostomate went to the ed one day after she started experiencing skin irritation that was hot, painful and prickly under the barrier and tape portion of a hollister new image barrier.She reported that the skin had blisters that broke open and were bleeding.She reported that the ed said it was an allergic reaction and a skin infection.She further reported that she was given prednisone in the ed and was sent home on prednisone, keflex, benadryl and pepcid.She reports that now, a week later, she is using a barrier product that is tapeless and the skin is improving.
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