ellen1224

I also had this problem for the first week after surgery, I think part of it was from the antibiotics (the type I was taking was liquid). Because as soon as I was done with it, the diarrhea stopped. Hang in there it does get better !

I remember having diarrhea after surgery. But I am pretty sure mine was from the liquid antibiotic. I was back to normal as soon as I was done with the medication.

I had my surgery with Dr. Oh of St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way, he doesn't have the greatest bedside manor, but they are a Bariatric Center of Excellence. I have had great results, and the rest of his staff is very good to work with !

I was banded on 8/17/06, and have lost 90 lbs, but I am concerned that my band is too tight. Every once in a while I see a small spot of blood after pbing... Does this sound like erosion? Thanks for your feedback !:smile:

PB: "productive burp" -- what happens when something eaten can't go down due to restriction has to come back up (That's a quote from another thread) I found this definition in another thread.

No, my Dr. didn't order any. I will watch my behavior and if it continues (none lately) then I will insist on some sort of test.

I also have a 4.0 lapband and it took me all the way to a 3.8 fill before I felt enough restriction. I still feel hungry sometimes, but if you eat the 3 small meals per day and drink the protien it helps with the hunger. I was banded 8/17/06 so about 16 months ago and I just hit 90lbs weight loss. So hang in there, try to eat good quality, high protien low calorie foods, get some exercise (even housework works) and you should do great ! Good luck !

Well I went to my appt on Monday and discussed both erosion and slippage with my Dr. I feel much better now. He was concerned about the spot of blood, but reminded me to take small bites, chew, chew, chew, and stop eating when I have eaten my 2 oz. Thanks everyone for the support ! BTW I lost 8.9 lbs this month !

Thanks everyone, I have a Dr appt on 1/21 so I will mention it and maybe have a slight unfill. I'll keep you all posted.

I don't really have any other real symptoms, I can eat mushies and drink (not right after eating though, I have to wait at least an hour). I usually eat chips (2oz) and salsa for lunch. What are Os? Thanks for responding ! And for the welcome !