[tri-med] Re: need gt info

{ Although, the thought of a
feeding tube terrifies us!  I know that sounds silly,
but surgery, infection, ongoing care, ect is extremely
intimadating. }

Nicholas got his tube at age 6.  He had surgery and wouldn't eat afterwards.  
He lost 5 lbs. which is very significant for him.  They suggested a g-tube.  I 
didn't want it, but had to at that time.  I now wish we would have done it a 
long time ago!  When he is sick, it is soooo much easier than fighting to get a 
bite of food in him.  And meds are sooo much easier too.  I don't worry if he's 
sick or falls asleep before supper.  He eats 100% of his meals by mouth, but 
that g-tube is a wonderful back-up!  I'm keeping his in for good!

Jayne - mom to Nicholas - T13 - 7 yrs old
Hudson IL 

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