This may not be too helpful in the support area but could help in the food intake area.. Following considerable radiation treatment for a tumor at the base of her tongue my wife was informed that nothing further could be done. 2 years ago she could no longer swallow, even water. She had a stomach G tube installed and for 2 years all of her intake of medicine, food and hydration were by tube. Her prescribed food was 5 250ml containers of IsoSource with fibre per day.. She would take 1 1/2 for breakfast, 1 1/2 for lunch and 2 for dinner, all by way of a gravity feed bag.. In each case water was inserted before and after feed. I usually handled preparation but she was also quite able to do it herself if I was not available. She was also still able to speak reasonably well and was able to enjoy family and friends Showering and getting everything in place was always accompanied with some eloquence. This diet allowed her to maintain her weight without any other additives. The main thing is to try and be positive about your situation.

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