This topic is about someone who has had an ileostomy and is interested in joining the police force. They are seeking advice on whether having an ileostomy would affect their chances of being accepted. Here are some helpful insights and advice shared by others:

1. General acceptance: Many people, including those with personal or family experience in policing, mention that modern police forces do not automatically disqualify applicants who have an ostomy.

2. Application process:
- The police application process is quite demanding. If you do not succeed, you typically have to wait 3 to 4 months before you can apply again.
- It might be beneficial to first join the "Specials" (Special Constabulary) to gain experience and demonstrate your commitment to the force.

3. First-hand experience:
- A detective currently serving with an ileostomy bag for three years shares that it has not affected their job performance.
- One practical challenge is that the duty or rig belt can pull on the pouch, which may require more frequent bag changes. This is manageable but something to keep in mind.

4. Career options and safety: If you are worried about being in front-line duties, you can request assignments in areas like Intelligence, which are generally away from the most hazardous situations.

5. Additional resource: There is a previous discussion on this topic available online, which might provide further insights. You can find it at the following link: https://www.meetanostomate.org/discussion-forum/viewtopic.php?t=149&view=previous&sid=a6ff756c9250a6ec2db54ca902c1949a