Is it possible that tight clothing (stretch jeans) would be harmful for an ileostomy?
Firefly
May 03, 2013 2:22 am
StarUK
May 03, 2013 6:43 pm
No, it's all about your comfort and whether your stoma will tolerate it. Don't worry, it will let you know if it's not happy, so go for it!
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Pintsize519
May 03, 2013 8:29 pm
I agree - I have a colostomy and wear skinny jeans all the time! No problems! PS I wear GAP - style 1969. The "Sexy Boyfriend" is also very comfortable. Happy shopping!
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TimothyKevin
May 05, 2013 4:52 pm
It is a problem for me since I am a large man. Wearing denim jeans or shorts is tighter by its nature as a fabric, and the problem comes when the ileostomy pouch starts filling up. I have to evacuate the pouch about 10 times a day it seems, which is still a considerable drag after more than twenty years of this burden. And then other times it fills with gas which creates a similar problem when you have jeans. Wearing elastic stretch pants helps, or possibly getting jeans or dress pants possibly a half size or size larger than usual. I've had several accidents in public but managed to make it out of these situations without getting arrested, LOL. Life is hard.
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honeygirl
May 12, 2013 10:42 pm
If normal jeans cause a problem, I have found success with maternity jeans as the band stretches (gives) and allows everything to flow. You just have to wear longer tops to cover the stretchy part or wear it as if it is a T-shirt tucked in. Very comfortable.
Past Member
Jan 02, 2023 11:21 pm
Reply to TimothyKevin
Hi Timothy,
I can totally relate to this and understand the issues with jeans. I have designed jeans especially for ostomates. They have a skin-thin, stretchy belly band built into the jeans to support the stoma and protect it from the denim. It's a very clever design and actually makes emptying the bag easier too as there is a special opening which is great for high output. You can take a look here www.iamdenim.co.uk
or on Instagram @iamdenimlondon
Hope this helps and you can wear jeans again!
Past Member
Jan 02, 2023 11:22 pm
Reply to TimothyKevin
Hi Timothy,
I can totally relate to this and understand the issues with jeans. I have designed jeans especially for ostomates. They have a skin-thin, stretchy belly band built into the jeans to support the stoma and protect it from the denim. It's a very clever design and actually makes emptying the bag easier too as there is a special opening which is great for high output. You can take a look here on Instagram @iamdenimlondon. Hope this helps and you can wear jeans again!