I am 13 years out. My swallowing has deteriorated. I have a partial epiglottis due to radiation. I am told that I need a permanent feeding tube. I had a peg tube for a period of time after radiation and chemo but they are talking about a surgical procedure to place a gastrointestinal tube.
I seem to be able to drink thinner liquids rather than soft food. But interestingly enough I can eat eggs and thin ham. Strange?
My questions are Can anyone comment on a permanent feeding tube and if so what kind?
I was given some exercises from my speech therapist in 2002 and did them faithfully for a few years but admit to having slacked off. Am I too late to begin again?