I read that the skin around the stoma should look just like other skin on the abdomen. Mine does not look red or infected, but it does not look just like other skin on the abdomen. It has a shiny appearance. Is that considered normal? Anyone else see the same? Why would it look shiny? I don't have a local WOC nurse. I use Hollister products for cleaning and skin care. It's a 6-hour round trip to a large city.
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