Keep your buttocks clean, particularly after your bowel program. If your skin is dry, use moisturizers in area of regular contact. Drink plenty of water to keep tissues moist and flexible. Inspecting the skin You or a personal assistant should observe your skin daily for any indications of pressure sore development, such as any open area or blister or redness of the skin, particularly if warm to the touch. Inspection mirrors are available which include a strap for the convenience of people with limited grip.
Skin breakdown can also occur from infection.
The ischial area where you sit is at high risk because of its regular exposure to bacteria from your stool during bowel movements. It is possible for a microscopic invasion of the skin to occur, and an infection to develop beneath the surface. A pocket of pus can form which will result in skin breakdown, sometimes a significant enough area to require months for recovery. Prevention is simple. Keep the area very clean with good habits in your bowel program.