Sunday, June 16, 2019

Failed experiment

I’ve been trying various soft foods to see which ones go down the easiest. This afternoon it was jello. It was easy to swallow. No problem. But my epiglottis malfunctioned and the next thing I knew I was exhaling melted raspberry gelatin out of my trach tube. I hoped it was only jello and not a certain other red fluid. At least it didn’t hurt or make me gag.

3 comments:

  1. MFHJune 16, 2019 at 7:48 PM

    WOW!! Just one surprise after another, eh?

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  2. AnonymousJune 16, 2019 at 7:52 PM

    You reminded me of the time I had to come up with soft foods very quickly. Applesauce and runny mashed potatoes in that case. I keep wondering about egg nog now as a way for you to get protein.

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    1. Al ChristensenJune 16, 2019 at 8:09 PM

      I'm also doing well-pureed meaty soups and some things with protein powder added.

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