:sad: I had my last fill over a year ago. I've been doing great until recently. Now I can't seem to eat any solids. I'm not sure whether it's stress or what. I can eat on occassion at night but it's hit or miss. I've been pb'ing and sliming alot. Did I pb once and start the ball rolling from there? I usually go on liquids for about 24 hours after pb'ing but that's not working. Made an appt with my doctor just in case but I'm scared. I don't want an unfill. Grrrrrrrr. Any advice? Could medicine make you tighter?

Glad you made an appointment. PBing can be a vicious cycle that can get you into trouble quickly (PB, band area swells, eat, PB, more swelling...pretty soon you can't swallow your own spit). Until you see the doc I would stick with thin liquids (protein shakes, and get enough fluids) and track all the PB's so the doc will have a good picture of what is happening. He'll probably do an unfill for a while and may want to check for a slipped band. I don't know about medicines, but make sure he knows what you're taking. Good luck to you! -BG

so glad you made an appt also!!! i did this for a week, went to my regular dr cuz i couldnt see my surgeon, he told me i had gastritous, gave me nexium and sent me on my way:frown:. couldnt keep the nexium down,ended up in the er SEVERELY dehydrated, got an iv--- FINALLY saw my surgeon, he gave me a total unfill and there was INSTANT relief!!! didnt want the unfill either but my band was too tight and i wasnt losing, just becoming more discouraged DAILY. i lost four lbs this week and i will get a fill again in 4 weeks--- but only half!! GOOD LUCK- i know this is probably what you need! i feel 300% better:smile: