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male urinary system, incontinence, at great risk, skin breakdown, ulceration, infection, additionally, certain people, more susceptible to skin breakdown, received radiation therapy, perineum, confined to a wheelchair, bed, use of diapers, containment devices, prevent the bedding, clothing from getting soiled, however they tend to keep the urine, stool in constant contact, the skin, a short period of time, skin, become damaged, special care must be taken, prevent skin breakdown by keeping the skin clean, dry, skin, perineal area, promptly cleansed after each incontinence occurrence, cleanse the skin, a mild soap, water, rinse thoroughly, gently pat dry, frequent cleansing, the skin, drying, irritation, moisturizing creams applied to keep the skin moist, avoid products that contain alcohol, this, further irritate the skin, receiving radiation therapy, skin, perineal area, consult, radiation oncologist, prior to using any creams, lotions, several skin cleansers, specifically designed to cleanse, deodorize the skin, causing, excessive dryness, irritation, products include foams, non-aerosol sprays, wet wipes, individual disposable towelettes, follow the manufacturer's instructions on use of these products, of these products, require rinsing, aware that some people, have allergies, fragrances, used in these products, is constant exposure to urine, stool, should consider using a skin sealant, moisture barrier to protect the skin, several creams, ointments that contain lanolin, petrolatum which forms a protective barrier, urine, stool, skin care products, in the form of a spray, a towelette, create a transparent film over the skin, protecting the skin, caustic effects of urine on the raw skin, use of these products, does not replace the need to cleanse the skin after each incontinence occurrence, must re-apply the cream, ointment after thoroughly cleansing, drying the skin, frequently incontinent, at high risk, developing a yeast infection, candida albicans, on the skin, rash appears, an area of red pimple-like lesions, satellite lesions, skin, itch, feel raw, several products, over-the-counter, prescription, treat the yeast infection, skin is constantly moist, a medicated antifungal powder, mycostatin powder, a moisture barrier, skin sealant applied over the powder, an antifungal cream is also available, use, a yeast infection on dry, cracked skin, severe skin irritation develops, several different skin care products, commercially available, an urology nurse, enterostomal therapy nurse, provide, a list of incontinence care products, national association, continence, nafc, publishes a resource guide of continence products, services, includes a listing, the manufacturers, distributors of specific products, obtain this resource guide call 1-800-bladder, website, nafc.