If your husband is not able to take in at least 2500 calories and 48 oz of water every single day at this point then he will have no choice. His doctor needs to be kept in the loop that he is not getting enough nutrition and hydration. This is a very serious matter and can quickly become a huge problem. Nobody can manage for weeks with a limited intake, especially when that person is battling cancer and its treatments. There arent very many patients who actually desired to have a feeding tube, no matter what type gastric, nasal, or J/G. I know I sure hated the thought of having it. With several more bad weeks to go, I would be very surprised if the doctor didnt insist on him getting some type of feeding tube as long as the doc knows everything that is going on.

Please talk to the doc. and help get your husband back on track. Im sure he must feel absolutely terrible with taking in so little. Plus dont forget to ask about getting a prescription for hydration.

Im just trying to help your husband avoid what I went thru with being hospitalized for malnutrition and dehydration.

Yes you can shower with a feeding tube.

Good luck!