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A feeding tube is inserted when a patient or person is no longer able to swallow or chew their own food when they need to eat.

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Can you still eat by mouth if you have a permanent feeding tube inserted into the stomach?

It depends why the feeding tube was placed. If the feeding tube was placed because the person cannot chew/swallow safely, then no. If the feeding tube was inserted for supplemental feeding because the person doesn't consume adequate nutrition, then yes.


Is there an alternative to to the g tube feeding tube?

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What is a nasoduodenal feeding tube?

A nasoduodenal or nasojejunal tube is inserted through the nose and ends in either the duodenum or jejunum, both of which are portions of the small intestine.


What is the purpose of the g-tube that is inserted into a stomach during a pancreatectomy?

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What is orogastric tube?

An orogastric tube is a flexible tube inserted through the mouth into the stomach. It is commonly used for feeding or administering medications to patients who are unable to eat or swallow. The tube is removed once its purpose is completed.


What is a core flow feeding tube a nasogactric feeding tube which is similar to a dobhoff feeding tube.?

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What is a core flow feeding tube a nasogactric feeding tube which is similar to a dobhoff feeding tube?

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What is a tube enterostomy?

A tube enterostomy is a surgical procedure where a tube is inserted through the abdominal wall into the small intestine to allow for feeding or drainage of contents. This procedure is often done in cases where the normal digestive tract is not functioning properly.


What are reasons for performing a gastrostomy?

A gastrostomy is a procedure whereby a tube is inserted through the wall of the abdomen and into the stomach. Two reasons for performing a gastrostomy are for feeding or drainage.


Is tube feeding enteral or parental nutrition?

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How do you feed a person on a feeding tube?

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A feeding tube is inserted when your health isn't very well and you have problems so you have to go to the doctor.