Angelia,

Sounds like progress to me...yea! Any progress during all this nightmare is a good thing! And your friend the nurse if perfect for helping you..good for her.

I often thought during Bill's illness that if the roles were reversed, I would probably be in trouble. Most men are just not very well equipped to be good nurses and I definitely know that my nature to research and gather info was a huge help during all of our treatment. Your hubby does need to put his fear and issues aside (do like a lot of us caregivers do/did..cry when we are alone) and be a partner in your treatment and recovery. So very important.

So glad your PEG did better today (is your pain any better??) The leakage should just be minimal...gunky stuff around and under the button. The wound will start looking better but if not, try some topical antibiotic ointment now and then. Glad the Ace is working...not only holds the tube but makes you feel better about catching and pulling it.

Keep us informed...we have all been there (frustrated, angry, scared) and it helps to reach out.

Deb