Once again, the "J" portion of Dennis' tube is clogged. It is just too narrow for the thick, sticky food that we are suppose to use. This time, when I tried to unclog the tube, a balloon formed. It was fun to watch, but not as much fun to try and fix.
So, today we are back at the hospital once again. The staff will assess the problem and either put a new one, the same style, back in or give him a separate tube for the gastric another for the jujunal. I imagine that Dennis is hoping for the first because it is an easier change. I am hoping for the second, but this will mean one more hole in Dennis' abdomen. It will also be a bigger surgery, and more recovery time.
I guess all we can do is wait and see. Perhaps the nutritionist will be able to figure out another alternative.
Until later,
Ann and Dennis
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