PEG Nasal tube

Hi Bradlou,

i have had both an NGT and a PEG. I don't know about everyone else but I would go with a PEG any day. It is certainly better if you end up needing it for a longer period.

good luck.

Clive

Hi this is Hazsl I am 11 month post radiotherapy for Ron’s I’ll cancer with affected lymph nodes I had the naaal tube fitted week 3. I have a blog detailing my experiences 

www.radioactiveraz.wordpress.com

have had a lot of people comment how much it has helped them just remember we are all differently in Hiw we react.

keep in touch

Hazel 

I think it depends on the exact location of the cancer and the location of the radiotherapy.

My OH had left tonsil cancer and spread to left lymph node... nearly five weeks through radiotherapy and he is still swallowing ok, he has not had a PEG fitted.  I think also it will often come down to where you are treated and their treatment protocols.

Excuse typos should say tonsil cancer oops 

Thank you for reply Clive r

Hello Bradlou , I have never had a NG tube but have had a PEG for a few years now , I think the peg is more discreet and easier to use and once its in it will not come out where as the NG tube can get caught and restrict you movement . Some people do not get offered a PEG so it is worth discussing it with your consultant before the treatment has started as they don't normally fit one half way through ,this is where the NG  is normally put in as its quicker and no minor surgery is needed . The amount of people who have regretted not having a PEG  fitted is quite common so I think its a decision between you and your consultant  but don't leave until the last minute . Please re-post if you have anymore concerns or worries during treatment , take care and best wishes .

                                                                                                      Chris 

Thank you hazel for reply .

Thank you Chris.