Recent content by Lancasterlanie

Hi SuziQ, I've had my peg for about a year and have used the Bolus feeding with the syringes. It works quite well and is very fast. I push 6 cartons a day through it. Recently I've had more weakness in my hands making it more difficult to close the clamp on my tube and to fill the syringe. My...

I am severely speech impaired and will be happy to participate in this study.

I too am glad you found this forum. I was also having the problem with emotions and Nudexta was helpful immediately! It is a very expensive drug though,over $1000 but,with the use of the free app Good Rx I pay $30. My peg tube helped me to rapidly regain the weight I lost. Medicare and my...

Thank you. I’ll check them out.

Thanks for the tips. Where can I buy the foam lollipops?

I’ve had my peg since February. There was some pain for the first couple days but was relieved with pain medication. I had the original peg replaced with the low profile MicKey a month later. It is much more discreet and comfortable. It has made my life so much easier and less stressful. I use...

Sounds like a great idea. I’d go for it!

Thanks for sharing. That was entertaining. 😁

I have had dealings with the Golden West Chapter for the last few months and so far am very happy with the information and support I've received so far. I always get a prompt response when I need something, and guidance to helpful resources.

Thank you for sharing. Fascinating science, I'd try it. Nice to see some hope on the horizon. If not for me for someone in the future.

Wish it were an option to help drop foot. I also have that problem. Have any of you used Vital Stim Therapy for swallowing? Did it help?