Stomach tube leaking.

GregP_WN
GregP_WN Member Posts: 742
edited September 2020 in General Cancer
While going through this stomach tube ordeal in the ER over the last day, they told me at the ER that it's normal for them to leak.

The one that was in to start with leaked just a little but nothing like the one that came out or its replacement. I can push a little water, or fluid of any kind and it will leak considerably. I have to have a paper towel around where it enters the stomach.

Has anyone ever had a stomach tube leak?

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  • Jayne
    Jayne Member Posts: 134
    edited September 2020
    Oh that sounds so uncomfortable!
  • JaneA
    JaneA Member Posts: 335
    edited September 2020
    Obviously, the stomach tube industry has not perfected their product. So sorry, Greg. I'm glad that you're okay and not facing another surgery.
  • andreacha
    andreacha Member Posts: 196
    edited September 2020
    Greg, I only had mine (in hospital) for 7 or 8 weeks and I don't recall any leaking. But now that I think of it, I had told you and everyone before that tube was "non-collapsible" like most hospitals use. Maybe that type prevents leaks? But still hurts like a b.... to yank out!
  • Carool
    Carool Member Posts: 787
    edited September 2020
    Greg, I’m sorry you’re having this problem.
  • Richardc
    Richardc Member Posts: 10
    edited September 2020
    Greg, I’m sorry you’re having that problem. Mine leaked and had to be replaced. But not to the extent yours did.
  • GregP_WN
    GregP_WN Member Posts: 742
    edited September 2020
    This one is a problem. I am going to try to slip into the gi clinic Monday or Tuesday. This is turning into a problem.
  • po18guy
    po18guy Member Posts: 329
    edited September 2020
    Your fortitude, perseverance and your love of others is being tested. You may feel like a failure; like giving up - but from where I sit, you are a champion and example for all of us.
  • Danfan714
    Danfan714 Member Posts: 7
    edited September 2020
    All of mine leaked a little, the last one more than a little. They got pretty nasty after a while. The last 2 I was just able to pull right out. They make a band with a pocket that you can fit over it instead of using a paper towel, You just have to wash it every few days. You are a warrior Greg.

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