A member asked:

I had my gtube removed after it was there for around 2 years and the site isnt healing. it leaks and burns my skin at every meal. i am in a nursing home so my options are limited. my doctor has used silver nitrate and my dressing is changed daily?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Fistula (opening) has been formed from the tube, extending into the stomach. Protect surrounding skin with karaya paste or Vaseline applied several times daily. Silver nitrate Caudery is the correct treatment, however, occasionally these require surgical closure. Give it a few a few more tries but do protect the skin and keep the site covered, and use sterile packing, changed daily.

Answered 4/1/2021

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