This topic is about finding an affordable stoma guard for a teenage boy with an ileostomy. The boy is active and does physically demanding work on a farm, so his parent is looking for a stoma guard that provides protection without breaking the bank, ideally under $150. Here are some suggestions and insights shared by others:

1. OstomyResolutions.com offers a stoma guard that is well-regarded for its ability to absorb impacts. It is designed to be used with a small ostomy belt, which might be more comfortable than a larger abdominal belt.

2. The AustoMate stoma guard from Australia features a rigid shell with a pouch cut-out and an adjustable Velcro belt. It fits waist sizes from 22 to 31 inches and can be extended. Although it was previously available through Edgepark Medical Supplies, someone in the community has offered a second-hand unit for free.

3. A forum member known as "Penguins7" is developing a new stoma guard that promises to be low-profile, lightweight, and belt-free. It is expected to be priced under $40, but it is still in the prototype and patent stages, so there is no public information or release date available yet.