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Bantam

Updated 10mo ago

Need advice on NJ tube vs J tube for long-term use

With my SMAS I'm 15 pounds underweight, almost malnourished for my size. They're going to put in a NJ tube, but now I'm wondering if a j tube makes more sense. They say that's more long term, and easier to live with. But the possible complications my dr listed were unnerving. I have food sensitivities, and it might just come down to which formulas I can tolerate and which tube diameter they're better with. I'm just looking for perspectives or experience, because I'm overwhelmed.

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One user shared their experience with different types of feeding tubes, stating that they started with an NG tube but only had it for 3-4 months before they converted to an NJ. Because they were still...See More

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briharris013

10mo

i would say start with the nj to see if you can even tolerate the feeds into your jejunum. the placement isn’t horrible and it can be removed easily if it doesn’t work for you! that way you can also experiment with formulas :)
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Bantam

10mo

Thank you!

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