A gentle stool softener such as polyethylene glycol (PEG) or psyllium husk may be the safest and most effective option for daily use. These types of stool softeners work by drawing water into the ...

MiraLAX (PEG 3350) works with the water in your body to hydrate, soften, and ease stool through the colon No harsh side effects: Relieve constipation without causing cramping, bloating ...

I realize I don’t drink enough fluids in the day. I have been taking one stool softener daily (100 mg of docusate sodium) with my vitamins. This routine seems to help. Is it safe to do this ...

The decision to place a gastrostomy tube in an infant can be confusing and difficult for both parents and professionals. A unified team approach is critical to communication and collaboration.

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Like an NG tube, ND and NJ tubes are typically limited to use within a hospital or similar facility. Gastric feeding, or gastrostomy feeding, is used for long-term ongoing nutritional support.

Radiologic approach The gastrostomy tube is guided into the correct position using fluoroscopic guidance. Using a percutaneous technique, a gastrostomy tube is introduced to hold the gastric wall ...

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