Several people have mentioned that the Stealth Belt is the best belt/wrap to get for my ileostomy. However, it is expensive. If I were to buy just one to start with, which Stealth Belt would you recommend? I'm thinking of getting the neoprene one for swimming, but would this also be good for everyday wear?
Ever_Endeavor
Feb 12, 2024 3:04 pm
Riva
Feb 12, 2024 11:26 pm
If you're just looking for support only for swimming, check out a wrap by Ostomy Secrets. Enjoy and remember to stay hydrated…
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In both of my cases, I had no choice. It was surgery or be put 6 feet under! I thank God that He has been with me all these times. Without Him, I never would have known what to do and might not have gone to the hospital when I did. I don't know if you have had your surgery or not yet but I hope you will hang out on this website when you are done. I have learned a great deal through the people here and it is so great having others who have had the same thing done and been through what you are about to or have gone through. The only thing I have turned down is a reversal of the ileostomy. When the doctors did the emergency rebuilding of my original ileostomy this last February, I told them I did not want to go through this again. My doctor told me at that time that I was no longer a candidate for the reversal. In a way, I was very relieved. The last three years of my life have been a nightmare for me. I do not want to go through any of it again. If you wish to be rehooked up and they say you are a good choice for that, research it carefully. Every surgery I have ever had except for Old and New Maxine and the emergency surgery on my broken foot, I have spent weeks researching. I recently had my C5 C6 disk in my neck replaced with an artificial one. I went to my pre-op with 2 pages of questions for the doctor. I knew everything that they were going to do and could talk intelligently with them. I always try to research my adversaries! Don't cancel your surgery. It is nice not to have to suffer any longer with horrible pain. We all had to change a few things around when we had our surgeries but in the long run, most of us are glad we did it. I know I am. Good luck to you!
whackjob74
Feb 13, 2024 1:35 am
I have the basic Stealth Belt and just took it to Cuba on vacation for a week. Zero issues swimming in the ocean or pool. Personally, I don't think you need to spend more for the neoprene one.
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Ever_Endeavor
Feb 13, 2024 1:18 pm
Have you used the Swim Wrap from Ostomy Secrets? Does it work well? It certainly is much cheaper than a Stealth Belt. Thanks for the idea!
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Ever_Endeavor
Feb 13, 2024 1:22 pm
Yeah, after posting I realized that the website doesn't recommend the neoprene one for everyday use. If I got a Stealth Belt, it would probably be the Pro.
Ever_Endeavor
Feb 13, 2024 1:24 pm
That is helpful to know. I'm trying to decide if it's worth it to spend money on a stealth belt or save half the money and buy a swim wrap on Ostomy Secrets (or Amazon or somewhere else).
whackjob74
Feb 13, 2024 2:52 pm
I did buy one off of Amazon as well and found it was not as well made, nor did it fit the bag as well or provide the support it claimed to. It was more like wearing a fanny pack and very obvious and clunky. The Stealth Belt isn't invisible under clothes, fit me as I also have a large peristomal hernia, but it does fit very close and completely supports the bag in a horizontal fit for me, which is much less bulky. I even wore it with a two-piece bathing suit and didn't even get weird looks on my trip.
JPM8456
Feb 13, 2024 3:08 pm
I'm very pleased with Stealth and bought a second one. I researched quite a bit before buying and found it to be discreet and comfortable. This was a game changer for me. I work out regularly and golf as well. I have a urostomy and I'm no longer self-conscious when being out socially and attending weekly mass.
Justbreathe
Feb 13, 2024 7:06 pm
Wondering if there might be maternity underoos that would support the belly bag and hernia bulge? I shall Google and Amazon it… jb
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Riva
Feb 13, 2024 10:30 pm
Living in Florida full-time, my go-to wrap specifically for swimming, which is daily, is the one by Ostomy Secrets. I do also have Stealth Belts.