PEG

On Monday I was the proud recipient of a PEG feeding tube. PEG stands for percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy. Basically it's a feeding tube in my stomach.  The doctor put a scope down my mouth and punches through from the inside, thank goodness, I had IV sedation!  The good news is that it allows me to get plenty of water without choking.  I can also do food (it's a baby-type formula that comes in cans). Unfortunately, with my weak hands I can't really do it by myself.  My daughters and husband have learned how to do it and they are so kind to help me. I've spent the last week recuperating from the surgery and the subsequent gas pains (they fill you with gas to do the procedure). I can still eat the normal way which is good.  For the curious among you, here's what it looks like.

from the inside

this tube hangs down but eventually I can change it for a flat button type one.