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How long can someone go without food and water? My mom is at the end of her life. She is 94 and suffers from terminal cancer.
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So far, it has been 9 days since she has been able to eat or drink. She can't move any part of her body anymore. Yesterday was the first time in days she was able to lift her hands a little. Does anyone have experience with how long a person can go without food, and only an IV?
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My mom is 94, on oxygen, lots of meds for her heart and breathing, and has not been able to walk in 5 years. She is very, very thin. She developed Alzhiemers 6 months ago. she fell out of her chair and broke both knees. How long a person can go without food only an IV.
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- AgingCare Mom at end of life, how long can she go without water and food? How long someone can continue to live without eating will depend on the person. I think not drinking is what will hasten things. "According to one study, you cannot survive without food and water for more than 8 to 21 days. Individuals on their deathbeds who utilize very little energy may only survive a few days or weeks without food or water." Wondering how long can you go without food | Dementia Support Forum By now your mom has likely passed, or she soon will. People can go a long time without food, but lack of hydration will take her first.
If she's still alive, please call you local hospice. They can tell you that she is in a state where she is not suffering from lack of food or hydration. She is beyond that. How long can an elder live without food or liquid?