does the redness of the stoma make a difference. some pople have bright red and mine is darker red
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Jun 20, 2020 11:08 am
iMacG5
Jun 20, 2020 7:18 pm
Hi LF. You could probably Google pictures of healthy stomas and find one or more that resembles yours. If it's working well, doesn't hurt or bleed, it's probably fine. If you're still concerned, your PC physician or WOCN could give you a quick evaluation.
Stay well,
Mike
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Footie97
Jul 16, 2020 6:28 pm
My ostomy would change colors with temperature changes, what I had eaten. As long as it is still red (not white or dark) it is probably fine.
good luck!
footie
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