Last updated November 13, 2017
Instructed patient to check for redness and swelling in the area where the tube goes into your body. Check for fluid draining from your stoma (the ho...
Instructed patient for the first 4-6 weeks after placement of a new PEG, bath water should not be so deep that the tube is under the water. Shower wa...
Instructed patient you may need to keep track of how much formula and other liquids you have each day. You may also need to keep track of how much yo...
You may need to check your weight daily or weekly. Keep a record of your weights and bring it to your follow-up visits. Your healthcare provider may n...
Instructed patient call your doctor if the following persist: diarrhea, constipation, nausea, or dehydration, call your doctor if you have redness, pa...