Question 1

how do they do a feeding tube insertion?

Accepted Answer

Several kinds: Temporary tube through nose is just lubricated and eased in from a nostril down into stomach or first part of intestine. Most common longer-term solution is peg or pej tube placed endoscopically under sedation, similar to egd scope for ulcers, etc. Sometimes a permanent tube has to be placed with open surgery under general anesthesia, typically if complex abdominal or intestinal problems.

Question 2

feeding tube insertion - how often do the tubes have to be changed?

Accepted Answer

Monthly: Monthly or as often as needed.

Question 3

how is a feeding tube replaced and removed?

Accepted Answer

Depends.: Feeding tubes are either placed in a percutaneous fashion or an open fashion, depending on multiple factors with the patient. The percutaneous entry route is done without surgery, the open route is a surgical procedure. Either way, most tubes can usually be removed by a hard pull on the tube. It comes out of the skin incision and the tract usually closes up on it's own.

Question 4

how do i keep a feeding tube in a 3month old baby?

Accepted Answer

Need info..: Is it an NG, OG or gastric feeding tube? Depending on what type, there are different techniques for taping in place to prevent accidental dislodgement. Can ask nurse to show you or re-submit question with type and I'll see if I can talk you through it.

Question 5

how do i keep 3 month old baby from dislodging ng feeding tube?

Accepted Answer

Appropriate taping: Placing tape round actual tube after splitting it down the middle so half can go around in one direction and half the other direction, then securing under nose and a final piece of tape on the cheek to the side it goes to. If your pediatrician or their nurse can show you technique once, it's very helpful to actually see how the taping is done. May also need to pin hands to shirt to avoid grabbing.

Question 6

how to stop the dumping syndrome after a feeding through my feeding tube?

Accepted Answer

Dietician: You may need to alter the food or feeding used, alter the amount or frequency of the feeding, & may need to add more water. Each person is different & some do not tolerate the milk based formulas. Need to contact your doctor, nurse or dietician for instructions as what to is best to try or change for your specific condition or needs.

Question 7

do you have a normal life expectancy if you have a feeding tube for gastroparesis?

Accepted Answer

Depends on...: The basic answer is if you can get optimal nutrition through the tube. 
I advise against most enteric formulas as they usually contain GMO-derived corn and soy and dairy from cows given hormones and antibiotics. 
I advise Liquid Hope, an organic feeding tube formula with vegetables etc. You can also add superfood powders like ORAC Energy Greens and fresh pureed soups. You are still what you eat!

Question 8

do all parkinson's patients deteriorate and eventually need a feeding tube?

Accepted Answer

Parkinson's: In general, parkinson's-afflicted people tend to deteriorate over time.  This mainly is a neurological disease, and dementia, as well as deterioration of motor function can become compromised.  That being said, i treat a lot of patients with Parkinson's disease, and most of them do not need, or have needed feeding tubes.

Question 9

what are the pros and cons of feeding tube?

Accepted Answer

Easier feedings: The primary advantage of a feeding tube, whether nasal (NG) or surgical, is easier feeding. Tubes may also be used to deliver medicines or to check for gastric residuals. Tubes need upkeep and may become blocked or dislodged, so it is important to have a plan for routine and emergency care. All tubes carry the risk of infection: aspiration pnemonia for NG tubes, skin infections for surgical tube.

Question 10

what are some of the negatives of using a feeding tube?

Accepted Answer

Infection/bleeding: Can cause serious stomach infections
ulcers, bleeding, peritonitis, diarrhea, reflux, .

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