Swallowing after ng

RKMikulski
RKMikulski Member Posts: 34
in Esophageal Cancer #1

Any advice for swollowing after ng tube was removed. he is struggling with just a drop of fluid.  Dr advice is to push past it. This just gets harder as we go along. 

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  • susanvarrone
    susanvarrone Member Posts: 7
    #2
    It will get easier. Always

    It will get easier. Always ask alot of questions. If your not happy with your answer ask for social worker to help you. I know this is tough. I am still going through this with my husband. Each day you will get closer to the next . Stay strong and positive, It is so hard to watch believe me I know. I feel for you and your husband. I will keep you in my prayers. I will always be here for all. God Bless.

  • susanvarrone
    susanvarrone Member Posts: 7
    #3
    It will get easier. Always

    It will get easier. Always ask alot of questions. If your not happy with your answer ask for social worker to help you. I know this is tough. I am still going through this with my husband. Each day you will get closer to the next . Stay strong and positive, It is so hard to watch believe me I know. I feel for you and your husband. I will keep you in my prayers. I will always be here for all. God Bless.

  • LauraandLarry
    LauraandLarry Member Posts: 184
    #4
    Swallowing

    Larry has terrible issues with swallowing. It was easier for him to swallow mushy food than liquids. He was finally dilated 2 days ago, however he can already find it getting difficult again. It is a learning process as well. Hopefully this will improve with time. Prayers.

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