PEG removal

Great news Peter. A lot of people worry about the removal. Hopefully this will put them in a better frame of mind about it. Glad your recovery is going well 

Hi Dani

I must admit that I was a bit concerned about PEG removal, only minor discomfort during removal, hospital staff were fantastic.

Peter

I was wondering how much it would hurt when it was removed as they messed mine up putting it in which made it a stupidly long procedure that hurt like hell. Thanks  

Hi Peter!

Fantastic news! Having your peg removed is another milestone on your journey towards recovery. Look after yourself. We are all here for you. 

Sending you loads of positive energy. .

Fab1 

So glad to read this, as I desperately want the PEG removed but was a bit worried about the procedure. I've not used it at all aside from the daily flushing.  Good to hear that it's quick and relatively painless process. 

How long did it take for the tube site to heal? I had my PEG removed today (I think it's called the pull and push method). Was over in seconds.  I'm very leaky now though (gah!) which they said is completely normal. I asked about precautions etc and Dr ordered relaxation and fun as I've been through so much over the last months! Nice sentiment but any top tips on managing the removal, most welcome! 

Leakage lasted for a couple of days....kept site clean and dry, treated with Sudocrem... just back from Tenerife where I swam daily...no problems with the PEG site.

Had my PEG removed today and you're right only took about 30 seconds lol so happy it's out!!

Good news Dee. Lots of people get into a real tizz about it. I can point nervous patients to this thread in future.