Do you see the slightly discolored part of my stoma on the right side? Do I need to worry about this, or should I go get it checked?
shonakipfer
Apr 11, 2025 3:11 pm
AlexT
Apr 11, 2025 7:59 pm
The darker red part? Normal everyday look if you bump it on something or it gets compressed in a wrap or belt.
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TerryLT
Apr 11, 2025 8:59 pm
I agree with Alex. Mine will get little darker discolorations from time to time, in different spots, but they don't last. Probably just from a little friction, as the stoma itself is pretty delicate. It looks healthy to me.
Terry
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