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My mom is 85, suffered 3x with UTI and dementia. Now have her on feeding tube(60 mg) in a nursing home, 20 French. Mom will eat sometimes and sleep alot. Her food is chopped in a blender at nursing home. Can I do anything to increase her appetite? Her UTI is being treated with antibiotics and cranberry vitamin. Yes her body is falling apart but still has will to live. I have been her caretaker for years and now hard to let go. Thanx.
Hi Jim,
Thanks for writing. I think your question warrants asking one of the medical phyiscians available on this website.
I am not understanding why she has a feeding tube and yet she eats by mouth? Is this only to aide in nutrients?
I would suggest writing to one of the physicians...sorry i could not help.
Best Regards,
Michalene Peticca, MA
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Michalene Peticca
Expertise
I'd be happy to help with any questions about Alzheimer's or Dementia diseases. I can also help with Medicare, Long term care & other insurance questions.
Experience
I have my Masters degree in Geriatrics and am credentialed through the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Pennstate Milton Hershey hospital and the American Geriatrics Society. I've been in healthcare for over 20 years and worked directly with Alzheimer's and Dementia individuals for most of that time. I am also a licensed insurance agent in PA and MD. Currently i train healthcare professionals to care for Alzheimer and Dementia individuals and i have been a care manager for guardianship services in PA
Organizations
American Geriatrics Society
Education/Credentials
Masters degree in Geriatrics
Licensed insurance agent in PA & MD.
Past/Present Clients
PHI Homes in Pennsylvania
York, Dauphin & Adams County Area on Aging
The Jewish Home of Harrisburg
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