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Feb 16, 2019

Stoma Pain During Chemotherapy: Is It Normal?

This topic is about experiencing soreness around a stoma during chemotherapy. The person is noticing a watery, high-volume output from their stoma, and whenever this happens, they feel some discomfort around the area. They are curious if this is a normal experience.

Here are some helpful insights and advice:

1. Normally, passing output should not cause pain because the stoma itself does not have pain nerves. The soreness is likely due to irritation of the skin around the stoma.

2. Chemotherapy drugs are processed and eliminated through stool and urine. This can make them more acidic or chemically irritating, which might cause discomfort or soreness around the stoma and the surrounding skin.

3. It's a good idea to check the stoma and the skin around it for any changes, such as a deeper red color or other signs of irritation.

4. Reaching out to a stoma nurse or physician can provide you with an assessment and guidance tailored to your situation.
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