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What would be best for inflating the balloon, saline or sterile water?
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Question By: mike on Jul 15 2027 8:26 AM
We use sterile water because it is much less corrosive and the balloon seems to last longer.
Answer By: Dennie on Oct 15 2003 12:17 PM
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The G tube extension we use turns brown and becomes very hard within 2-3 weeks. I wonder if it's the fish oil we use 4x daily or the Reglan?
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Question By: JoJo on May 13 2008 2:41 PM
The previous answer was very good. I mix the medications (sometimes they just need grinding up and mixed with the supplement, but the capsules need to be dissolved in warm water. I usually do this the night before.) The fish oil I dissolved, tried putting it through the tube, and the tube smelled awful of fish oil. I stopped the fish oil fast. But the previous answer about mixing the dissolved capsule in with the supplement might work. But the way, a smelly tube can be remedied with while distilled vinegar. I let it soak for 1/2 hour, then flush with water. There's always a solution.
Answer By: Daisy on Nov 13 2021 11:10 AM
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MY GRAND SON HAS A JG FEEDING TUBE AND I USE A RUBBER BAND TO KEEP THE TUBE FROM THE FEEDING PUMP IN THE J PART OF THE FEEDING TUBE BECAUSE IF I DO NOT IT COMES OUT AND I HAVE A MESS. WISH THEY WOULD HAVE A SYSTEN LIKE THE IVS HAVE WHERE THEY TWIST TOGETHER.DO OTHERS HAVE THIS SAME PROBLUM? IF SO I AM OPEN TO OTHER SULATIONS OTHER THAN USING A RUBBER BAN.
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Question By: TOM on Feb 15 2014 11:10 PM
Yes! Look for something called the AMT Clamp. It is designed to hold the feed set on the tube. This year, the tube connection is changing to one that twists together.
Answer By: Reine14 on May 15 2003 3:11 PM
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is this the one made of silicone?
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Question By: ana on Jun 12 2008 6:04 PM
Yes it is, this one is very durable. You just have to remember, they are man made. You can get one that will last years if properly cared for, or a fluke that lasts only a few months due to a faulty balloon. I always keep one in the vehicle, & one in the house with a packet of lube, and a 10cc syringe of saline to inflate the balloon after insertion.
Answer By: SPowers on Nov 13 2020 12:50 PM
Questions:
How often do we need to change the G. tube on the patient with a permanent G.Tube feeding
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Question By: Chelina on Jun 12 2026 10:24 AM
My doctor's advise is, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it." That's been good for me. My tube (balloon variety) lasted 9 months. When the balloon gave out, I had a couple of tubes ready, and I'd watched a video on line about changing it. No problems. The first time is a bit nerve racking, but it's a simple thing to do, and definitely not rocket science.
Answer By: Daisy on Nov 13 2021 11:14 AM
It is generally recommended it be changes approximately every three months. It is rare for one to continue to function properly longer than six months. Changing it every three months makes it less likely the change will have to occur on an emergency basis.
Answer By: Rizzo12 on May 13 2003 8:10 PM
My advice from my gastro is change no longer than 6 months. I've let mine run to a year and I've had a pop out as soon as 2 months. I defer to expert medical advice.
Answer By: Old_Chuck on May 13 2007 5:05 PM
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Can the Gastrostomy Feeding Tube be used in place of the Mic-key Button? It is much less expensive.
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Question By: Junel on Jan 15 2013 1:28 PM
Yes, we did that with our son for that very reason. You can get a "G" tube for about 1/6th of the price of the MIC-key.
Answer By: Dennie on Oct 15 2003 12:15 PM
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Can a long feeding tube be replaced by a button after the stoma is healed? The original tube was tacked to the flat piece at the stomach wall but was removed today in ER but replaced with another of the same long tube but only held in place with the balloon.
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Question By: skoop on Mar 14 2028 5:20 PM
Yes
Answer By: Reine14 on May 15 2003 3:12 PM
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Both KCA 22FR TUBES I USED THE BUMPERS WON'T MOVE. WHAT'S THE TRICK?
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Question By: Grumpy ALS on Feb 14 2004 6:57 PM
Before inserting the feeding tube, apply a small amount of KY jel (it usually comes with the tube) on the tube and slide bumper back & forth. You are able to get a good purchase on the tube before it is inserted. This method has been working for me for years now.
Answer By: Dale on Feb 14 2028 8:26 PM
This always works for me. Before inserting the G-tube rub a small amount of the KY jel on the tube and then pull the bumper back & forth. Before it is inserted you are able to get a real good hold on the tube and pull the bumper loose.
Answer By: Dale on Feb 14 2028 8:37 PM
I had the same problem. It's easier to move before you put it in the patient because it required some force. Once it's in you can't pull like that. I just kept tugging & eventually it gave way. Maybe a little oil or soap would help loosen it. But better do it before inserting. Once in you'll never be able to move it.
Questions:
What would be best for inflating the balloon, saline or sterile water?
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