Stroke Rehabilitation Unit
Baggot Street Community Hospital
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Feeding Tubes
Many people have feeding tubes
in the
early stages
A feeding tube
reduces your risk of aspiration pneumonia
You might have a
feeding tube in your nose
(called NG tube)
You might have a
feeding tube in your stomach
(called PEG tube)
The
feeding tube helps you stay nourished
The
feeding tube helps you stay hydrated
The
feeding tube can come out if / when your swallow gets better
About Stroke Rehab Unit
About Our Services
About Stroke
Different Types of Stroke
Signs of Stroke
How Stroke affects the Brain & Body
Risk Factors
Rehabilitation
Driving
Mobility
Psychological Effects
Communication
Feeding and Swallowing
Everyday Activities
Useful Resources
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