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Posted by Jeff - with a trach on June 06, 2000 at 17:10:17:

In Reply to: Can one talk normally with a trach? posted by Matt on June 06, 2000 at 09:03:18:

1. In my particular instance, I can speak normally with a trach capped. No one would even know I have a trach unless I told them.

2. No problems with showers or baths. However, I have not tried hot tubs or swimming; immersing myself in water over knee deep would be totally unthinkable.

3. For additional info on cleaning trach's, you might start with the following post:

http://www.sleepnet.com/apnea32/messages/588.html

You also should find michael's tracheostomy web page referred to in prior posts.

A tracheostomy is not for everyone. I did nose jobs, UPPP, and CPAP for two years before getting the trach. All options need to be considered under the guidance of qualified professionals. Second and even third opinions may be required. However,I have had a trach since 1984. My only regret was in not getting it done sooner.

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