Hi Len.

How are you feeding yourself? I was injecting the Jevity with a 2 oz. syringe. I was able to input three cans plus 8oz, of Gatorade and 4 to 6 oz of water to flush the tube per feeding. I am a small man, 5'7", 145 lbs.

I know you can let it drip in slowly by hanging the bag up and letting it drip in. If not already, you should try the slower method.

Believe me when I say it get's better!!! I had my PEG removed about ten days ago. I have to eat orally now. Each swallow is a thought out process. I learned you have to eat moist food. Followed by a slug of water, milk or whatever to help it slide down, Also I have been eating a cup of vanalla ice cream with fudge toppin every night. Lots of calories and easy to eat. Also try eating soup. Easy to eat and goes down real easy. The biggest prob;em I have with liquid intake is having it drip out my nose. Have allot of napkins ready.

Best of wishes, Your friend, Dan


Daniel Bogan DX 7/16/03 Right tonsil,SCC T4NOMO. right side neck disection, IMRT Radiation x 33.

Recurrance in June 05 in right tonsil area. Now receiving palliative chemo (Erbitux) starting 3/9/06

Our good friend and loved member of the forum has passed away RIP Dannyboy 7-16-2006