Hi Dave,
Being short gutted, I'm high output too.......I could easily triple your numbers, but it's not a contest. For me, I need to know exactly how full my bag is all the time. It's those times that I forget that I'm not a normal human being and don't check that I run into problems. It also depends on the shape of your stoma. If you got a good one that your barrier seals well all around, that would make something like the Stealth Belt a more viable option. Mine is a bit wacked and one side is flush while the rest is raised........so you can guess where it leaks, when it does. I just watched the Stealth Belt video on their site again. I like the belt part for barrier support, but would have to cut the bag holder part off. The way I check my bag all day is to simply put my right hand under my shirt and feel the bag. With the Stealth Belt, that wouldn't really be possible. I also empty it way more than most folks, so anything that adds to the emptying process is not a positive for me. I'm pretty sure I'd wear out their zipper in no time.
Now I've had my ostomy for 5 years this past September, and I've been slowly reducing my output as I better understand how to properly hydrate, assert a little self-control when eating, and by determining my body's natural cycle for bowel activity. What I'm saying is in the past, I used to drink and eat way too much for fear of losing weight and dehydrating. I'm learning I don't need all that food and drink, as most is just passing through because my limited bowel absorption surface area is full.....as in there are no more parking spots, so whatever flows in leaves just as quickly. I'm also understanding better how the stomach determines when to dump contents into the small bowel based on composition........so I can reduce my output when I have to, but it's still not at a quantity most ostomates are familiar with.
So for me, the Stealth Belt is a no. It would just complicate my frequent emptyings. But if I ever get to a point where my frequency and volume of output get closer to the norm, I'll definitely look into it. Or more likely just make my own. But I can see how it would be very beneficial to folks with less output. Just embroider a Nike swoosh logo on it, and you might just start a major fashion trend.......as other athletes will see it and think it's something that gives you an advantage. Now wouldn't that be the shit if people started wearing ostomy bag covers as a fashion statement! Ok......on that note, I'm done. Have a great evening.
Regards,
Bob