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Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 93 | Julie Kay,
Was a peg tube offered? The medications can be given via the peg as well as nutrition. When my sister was finally able to swallow a little, she was also swallowing roxanal, but it had to be diluted and given in small measures, it took a good 20 minutes sometimes to give her a full dose. the peg tube was easier, but the roxanol not as effective, therefore a larger dose is required. Can cause vomiting if given w/o some food. She didn't try the gels, I hope they will be effective for Rich. I wish you both my best.
Nancy
Caregiver to sister Connie, dx 2005, scc tongue, 4 surgeries inc. radical left side neck dissection 7/06, 35 IMRT, and 7 cisplatin 2/07, passed away 8-11-07, 51 yrs. young, fought with courage, strength and grace, found peace on her new journey.
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