So I had my ostomy right after my 18th birthday and after I graduated high school. I have a genetic dietary issue which caused a temporary pouch. My dad had the surgery before me and I thought, "Okay, I got this." I don't got this; I'm scared. For a couple of days, I was sick because of a bug and now I'm fine. But when I emptied my bag, it looked like black stuff in my bag. So when I was cleaning it after I emptied it, the black stool was actually dark green. I just don't know what that means or if it's bad. I haven't been in pain, and if I have, I can't tell because I've been having menstrual cramps. So, may I please have my question answered?
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