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Expert: Jeanne Rust, PhD - 10/25/2009
Question
my husband has CA and is refusing all food. He is on Chemo %26 radiation. He has not eaten anything today. I try to have him take Boost or Enlive with medications. He also has Alzheimer and diarrhea. What can I do (besides a G tube)to make him eat?
Answer
Dear Joyce,
This must be so difficult for you -- particularly with the alzheimers and diarrhea -- This is really a question for your Physician. I do know that many times nutrients can be delivered by IV which can be much less intrusive than an NG tube.
I'm sorry that I can't be more helpful but it's so difficult to force people to eat!!
Warmly,
Jeannie Rust, PhD
CEO/Founder
Mirasol Treatment Centers
www.mirasol.net
www.edrecovery.com
888-520-1700
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