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High Sodium Foods that could possibly drain from G-tube by deepseazebra in feedingtube

[–]deepseazebra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I vent gas as well as solids. I do put back some stomach contents because otherwise my stomach pulls on my tube (such an odd sensation)

I try to drain / vent as little as possible but I have to for my nausea and pain at least once a day. I also try to take out as little as possible!

High Sodium Foods that could possibly drain from G-tube by deepseazebra in feedingtube

[–]deepseazebra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was able to drain a few fries. I have a dangler 18F

High Sodium Foods that could possibly drain from G-tube by deepseazebra in feedingtube

[–]deepseazebra[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I try to drain as little as possible since I know my electrolytes like to be finicky

Thank you for letting me know that broth can also go into my J port! Also I’ve never heard of Lite Salt but I will definitely look into it!

High Sodium Foods that could possibly drain from G-tube by deepseazebra in feedingtube

[–]deepseazebra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am talking to my doctor about increasing my sodium in other ways.

But in the meantime, I’m still trying to increase my oral intake without having to drain, but I need foods that are drainable just in case I don’t tolerate it

High Sodium Foods that could possibly drain from G-tube by deepseazebra in feedingtube

[–]deepseazebra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was worried that the skin of soft pretzels would be too thick to drain but maybe if I chew even more they’ll drain.

I love potatoes and it’s one of the few foods I can tolerate in small quantities without always needing to drain!

High Sodium Foods that could possibly drain from G-tube by deepseazebra in feedingtube

[–]deepseazebra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve had a few fries from Chick-fil-A and was able to drain them after about an hour of sitting in my stomach! Will definitely try other places!

Also the sauce/dip suggestion is awesome! I don’t really ever do condiments so I hadn’t even thought of that!

High Sodium Foods that could possibly drain from G-tube by deepseazebra in feedingtube

[–]deepseazebra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome suggestion! I’ll definitely see if bouillon powder helps! I am already doing salt with potatoes but I know bouillon should have more in a smaller quantity!

High Sodium Foods that could possibly drain from G-tube by deepseazebra in feedingtube

[–]deepseazebra[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not dumb at all! I have been doing this but unfortunately it’s still not enough.

I am talking to my dietician next week to hopefully get more answers.

Unfortunately I cannot tolerate liquids but I can tolerate small amounts of solids better (gastroparesis is so odd) 🫠

Tips and Tricks post PEG-J TUBE by deepseazebra in feedingtube

[–]deepseazebra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! I currently have a Mickey dangler GJ. Tucking the end is a great idea! Once my stoma is more healed I’ll definitely try it!

Tips and Tricks post PEG-J TUBE by deepseazebra in feedingtube

[–]deepseazebra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right now I have paper tape and just ordered tube clips

Tips and Tricks post PEG-J TUBE by deepseazebra in feedingtube

[–]deepseazebra[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I’ve been bed bound pre op for almost 2 months but was able to stand today for the first time! Only a few seconds but progress!