This topic is about someone who had a little mishap with their dog and ended up falling on their stoma. They are wondering if they should get it checked out by a medical professional or just keep an eye on it for now. Here's some friendly advice and insights that might help:

- Stomas are pretty resilient and can handle a fair amount of bumps and falls without getting seriously hurt.

- Generally, if there's no bleeding, swelling, change in color or size of the stoma, or increasing pain, it's usually okay to just monitor the situation.

- However, if you notice any bleeding that doesn't stop, worsening pain, or any unusual changes, it's a good idea to reach out to a healthcare professional like your ostomy nurse, general practitioner, or visit the emergency department.

- It's not uncommon for people with stomas to experience occasional bumps from activities like sports, playing with pets, or lifting heavy objects. These usually result in temporary soreness that heals on its own.

- You can continue with your normal activities, just keep an eye on how you're feeling. And don't forget to give your dog a comforting hug, as it wasn't their fault!