Call your physician if any of the following are observed:

Fever, vomiting, or diarrhea
Skin around the stoma site is red, discolored, or raw
Drainage around the stoma site is white, yellow, or green
Drainage around the stoma site is discolored and has an unpleasant odor
Crusting at the stoma site
Large amount of tissue build up, such as granulation tissue
Swollen skin or tissue at the stoma site
Repetitive leakage of food, gastric contents, or bowel contents
Leakage, the device may be too loose or too tight (stoma length may need to be re-measured)
Possible tube migration:
- Low profile device: External bolster is no longer flush against the skin. Look for either a distinct indentation at the stoma site or a distinct gap between the device and skin.
- Traditional length device: External bolster has moved from original position (refer to cm markings).
The G-tube or cecostomy/appendicostomy tube falls out and you are unable to replace it easily
Pain at the stoma site
Bleeding, pus, or inflammation at the stoma site
Distended stomach, a possible indication of gastric or intestinal blockage