kimmom

:omg:Wow does it hurt to get food stuck, I have 3 ccs in my 10 band, the funny thing is that I feel very little restriction but I get clogged up easy. I think partly because I forget to slow down as much as I should. I am sure I need to chew more, I am a bit nervous about getting another fill Aug 24 because of the clogging thing, is it possible to need more fill and to be getting food stuck now. I have only lost 2 lbs since my last fill which was my first July 13th. It is so weird to get stuck , the slime is so gross. Its so strange how it happens when you get something stuck. Just wondering if any of you clogged but still went for another fill. Maybe its all my fault and i need to take smaller bites and chew longer. Thanks for your thoughts. Sincerely Kim

Your not alone, I was very nausiated after surgery, in fact I did vomit at home during the first few days. I figured out what was doing it, it was because either had drank to much or had to much soup. My Dr said that it was my bodys way of saying dont eat that much that fast. Which I did. I remember forcing myself to drink my shake because I had worried about the protien and my hair so even a half a cup was just to much. I started slowing down to little sips and spacing them out and it went a way. Its worth a try. I was so worried that I had hurt myself inside , my dr reasurred me that things are pretty tough with out a fill so not to worry. I felt very sick to my stomach after my first fill but it was also because I drank to fast it was so hot out, just slow down and it may go away and try liquid only soups, jello, broth things without small lumps in them. Hang in there it will get better I am only 1 1/2 months and I feel great. Kim:)

I had my first fill 6 weeks post op it was 3 ccs in a 10 band. I do get plugged up quite often, even with chewing good , with a variety of foods not in one certian category. Does this mean that I am full enough with fill solution ? I dont feel alot of restriction but I am confused if this means I should not get another fill or is it possible to still " need " a fill even though i get blocked sometimes ? I posted this before but didnt get much response and I am confused. I have another fill appointment in Aug. Does this mean I will get blocked even more if I get another fill ? Thanks so much Kim

Hello I am confused about something. Well I went for my first fill on July 13th and recieved 3ccs in my 10cc band. I dont feel much restriction but get clogged immediately if I eat the wrong thing. I have stopped eating anything that has a consistency of a paste when chewed like bread or crackers. I dont feel a super amount of restricton and have no problem eating salad or protein. I am chewing really good. Does getting clogged up mean that I am already filled tight or can " need " another fill and be already tight enogh to have things get stuck ? I am wanting another fill in Aug but nervous when I have now felt the stuck feeling maybe I just need more of my own will power and should not get filled tighter ? Dont know how to figure this out . Thanks so much Kim

Just wondered if your band area gets sore after a fill ? I had my first fill on friday and just under my rib cage where the band would be hurts if I slouch or mover wrong. I called the Dr and they said they hadnt heard of that happening but i would think it would be common after all it does move things a bit when the band inflates. I recieved 3ccs in a 10 cc band. Thanks for your thoughts Kim:)

Do you all follow the drinking rule ? It is so hard for me to not drink when I eat, almost impossible I a thirsty person . I still find that I am eating the same either way ? Thanks so much Kim

Hi I was just wondering if anyone had gotten this feeling ? I went for my first fill no friday, I recieved 3ccs in a 10cc band. Everything seemed normal like it did nothing that was friday and today which would be 4 days later I am very sore right where I would imagine the band to be. I cannot slouch when I sit down just under my breast bone is tender like it was after surgery. I dont feel much restriction at this point but I am thinking it just may be the adjustment itself that has irritated the area . Do you ever get sore like that after a fill ? Thanks so much for your feedback I love this fourm !

Hi I am newly banded as of June 5th and wondering what it means to slime and pb ? I hear those terms used alot . I have had only one fill so maybe I havent reached the point of experiencing these to understand what they are. Just curious ? Does everone who has fills get them ? Thanks Kim:)

Hi I just think this is strange and wanted to ask if anyone else has had this feeling. I have 3ccs in my 10cc band and I feel no restriction at all, but the strangest thing is that when I eat certain things like light wheat bread it does get stuck. I had it happen today. I always wondered how anyone would know if something got stuck well I answered my own question , boy did I know it really hurt so I drank water quickly and it loosened up so I will not eat bread again. I am surprised that I dont get full easy but I can get clogged up. I am not drinking when I eat and I am eating solids protiens and veggies. Strange ha ? I cant wait to get another fill but at the same time I am a bit worried to but I am not losing as quickly as I would like. I have made up my mind tomorrow I am getting up extra early and starting a exercise routine, I really have not exercised but at the same time I am non stop with three small children . Did anyone else have this happen feeling like you have room to eat but can get things stuck ? Thanks Kim:)

Hi Dont be scared, It sounds to me like the surgen has a problem with how he presents things and possibly a problem with his personality. Please dont let someone that gave you a " bad " feeling from the beginning discourage you from the happiness that the band can bring you. I was banded June 5th and I had a wonderful " friendly " " positive " surgen that actually had me very excited for my big day. You could of had the same feeling if your Dr had presented himself and the surgery differently and in a postive way to you and your family. The risk of being overweight on your heart and on your body are so much more risky and so much more common than complications from the band. Keep your chin up and look here for your positive feedback after all we all have Drs and have been throught it or are on our way to be banded. Keep us posted on your progress and Congradulations !!!! You have now lowered your risk for diabeties, heart attack, high blood pressure, ect..... which your band will help you lower those risk Sincerely Kim

I have the 10 band had my first fill today it was 3 ccs I am hoping I get some restriction I really need it I feel hungry. I have another appointment in 5 weeks to get another, seems like a long time to me but I suppose its not a bad thing to adjust slow. My Dr says he has better luck all around with the 10 band so I am glad I have it. Kim:)

Hi Just wondered if anyone feels restriction from the first fill ? I had 3ccs in a 10cc band. I feel no different just a bit nausious. I hope I get some restriction they wont give me another fill for 5 more weeks. Thanks for your thoughts Kim:)

I am wondering how much fill the Dr puts in the first time ? Is it ever enough to feel restriction ? I really need it , I am having a hard time with feeling hungry. Kind of feel like I have no band at all and I am 4 weeks post op. I have the big band I think my Dr called it the 10cc maybe not sure. I hope he puts alot in because I really wanted to get a good weight loss accomplished this summer. I know he only fills every 4 weeks so that your stomach can adjust. Can I ask for more ? Probably not I am just frustrated July 13th is my first fill date. Thanks for your thoughts oh one more thought , the 10 band must be very large compared to the 4 cc ? Kim:)