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Ideas on jeans

Topic Explanation:
The discussion in the forum revolves around seeking recommendations for jeans suitable for ileostomy users. The original poster has an ileostomy and finds their current jeans (Lees 32-32) tight around the bag, although they fit well on the legs and waist. They are looking for advice on jeans that would be more comfortable and accommodating for the ileostomy bag.

Advice and Helpful Insights:
1. Alternative Pants Options:
- Consider high-waisted elastic pants as an alternative to traditional jeans. Brands like 32 Degrees offer such pants, though they may be short for taller individuals.
- Duluth Trading Post offers flex pants/jeans that provide enough stretch for comfort.
- Public Rec pants and jeans are recommended for their comfort, resembling sweatpants while looking like traditional jeans.
- Cargo pants, such as "Match Men's Wild Cargo Pants" from Amazon, are suggested for their higher waist and good fit for those with an ileostomy.

2. Adjustments and Custom Solutions:
- Some users have found success with local tailors or seamstresses who can modify jeans by incorporating an elastic extender into the waistband.
- A DIY solution mentioned involves cutting out a small piece of the waistband and replacing it with elastic to accommodate the ileostomy bag better.

3. Protective Accessories:
- Using a Stoma Dome can protect the ileostomy from tight clothing, allowing more freedom in clothing choices, including tight jeans and compression shorts.

4. Specific Jeans Recommendations:
- It's suggested to try different cuts from the same brand to find a better fit, such as comparing Levi's 505 with 511 if one style is too tight.
- Look for men's jeans that incorporate stretch materials, as these can offer a better fit around the ileostomy bag.

5. General Clothing Tips:
- Rolling up longer drainable pouches and tucking them under the elastic of underwear can allow for wearing tighter or skinny jeans.
- Consider the rise of the jeans; high-rise jeans are generally more comfortable for ileostomy users than low or mid-rise options.
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