Feeding tube

Hi. 

 

My father in law is having radiotherapy for cancer of the oesophagus.   He is due to have a feeding tube fitted on Thursday but is currently refusing as he is worried about the effect the liquid has on him.  It gives his diarrhoea, this was easier to handle when he didn't have to leave the house but now he has to get hospital transport each day to have his treatment he his worried he will have an accident.   Has anyone ever come across this or have a suggestion to help.  Thank you so much.  

  • Hello Lisaam8,

    As I noticed this is your first post with us I wanted to stop by to welcome you to Cancer Chat.

    I'm sorry to hear about your father-in-law's situation and hope that very soon you will hear from other forum members who have gone through a similar experience. In the meantime, I want to leave you with this page we have on our website with information on tube feeding. I hope this can be of some help.

    Wishing you both all the best,

    Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator