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Feeding tube removal: What was the healing process like? Any tips?

Posted by Adrienne, Alumna Mentor @adriennef, Sep 4, 2017

I am scheduled to get my mic-key button removed tomorrow. Has anyone been through this process before? What was the healing process like? Any tips? Thanks!

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William Olsen, Volunteer Mentor | @hrhwilliam | Jun 28, 2025
In reply to @landy58 "I am new to this. Site. But have a question. I had my feeding tube removed..." + (show)
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I am new to this. Site. But have a question. I had my feeding tube removed on June the 23. On June the 26 I fall .. Will today June the 28 it has been running so bad like brown stuff coming out of the opening. So red. Around the opening. What can I do ?

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Hi @landy58 and welcome. Best you get to a doctor, likely immediate care or similar and ask what is going on. Also notify your doctor online if possible. We are not doctors nor can we give medical advice. It is best you get someone to look at what is going on soonest.

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landy58 | @landy58 | Jun 29, 2025
In reply to @hrhwilliam "Hi @landy58 and welcome. Best you get to a doctor, likely immediate care or similar and..." + (show)
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Hi @landy58 and welcome. Best you get to a doctor, likely immediate care or similar and ask what is going on. Also notify your doctor online if possible. We are not doctors nor can we give medical advice. It is best you get someone to look at what is going on soonest.

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Ty so much

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