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I have recently tried some samples and I liked them but they seem to make so many different types. I'm just wondering if you use Ampatch, what type do you like and why? Do you swim with them? The rep told me it is fine to swim with the breathable type. Is this true in real life experience? Would love to hear all opinions positive or negative. Thanks.

Lisa wrote:I have recently tried some samples and I liked them but they seem to make so many different types. I'm just wondering if you use Ampatch, what type do you like and why? Do you swim with them? The rep told me it is fine to swim with the breathable type. Is this true in real life experience? Would love to hear all opinions positive or negative. Thanks.

Lisa,

I recall the "rotorhead" is a user of Ampatch products. He does a lot of water sports. Hopfully he will see your post. I tried them but found that the adhesive irrirated my skin.

Mark

Thanks Mark. I appreciate the response.

I use the G1 patches. http://ampatch.com/ecom2015/stoma-cover ... -hole.html

They're great! Usually I don't get any output inbetween irrigations but when I do, the patches can hold it in.
I don't know about all of them but the G1 patches are waterproof. I surf and because I'm wearing a wetsuit, the patch isn't in direct contact with the water. But water does get into the wetsuit and the patches always stay on.

They work just fine. I used the breathable type (MLGR), which were great, until my provider stopped offering them. Now I use the non-breathable ones and just punch a bunch of little holes in it with a pair of nail scissors before I put it on. I use them in the water all the time including surfing and diving, no problem. They are the right match for my skin - not so sticky that they irritate the skin, but sticky enough to stay on for some good activity.

Thanks Kyu and Roterhead. I appreciate the feedback. You are both surfers so I think it's safe to say they will work out ok at the beach. That makes me happy. Thanks!