I keep getting stuck! Help!

[Ms_C 1]

It's sad to say this but I'm beginning to doubt the lap-band is for me. I was banded on May 26, 2010. I have lost a total of 30-some lbs. Through out this year I've had many "stuck" episodes. They started getting worse back in November. My doctor agreed to remove some liquid from my band but it has not done much for me. I've been throwing up everyday almost for every meal since November. It seems that I can't eat anything without it irritating my band. I've tried eating steamed veggies and fruit. I even tried going back to mushies and Protein for a day or two but that didn't help much. I've developed depression because of this issue and I was prescribed anti-depressants which I might add are not helping with my weight loss. What should I do? Has anyone else had this problem? Please advice!

[reverie 49]

Did you get a full unfill? If not, request one. I bet your stoma and pouch could use some time to heal. Also, are you taking small bites and really chewing? It makes a difference though I will admit eating slower and taking smaller bites has been the hardest learning curve for me.

[Ms_C 1]

Did you get a full unfill? If not, request one. I bet your stoma and pouch could use some time to heal. Also, are you taking small bites and really chewing? It makes a difference though I will admit eating slower and taking smaller bites has been the hardest learning curve for me.

He would only remove 1cc. I have not been back to the dr. since. I was quite disappointed. I'm considering making an appointment but I'm scared he will not agree to a complete unfill. I have been struggling with chewing throughly all the time. Specially when I'm so hungry but even when I do, I still get stuck.

[zeniada 9]

That was me just 1 week ago... I was stuck everyday, PB'ing, vomiting I couldnt eat real food only liquids like Soup and yogurt. When I did try to eat solids I would be ill so I basically gave up an all solids for a month until I went to get a large unfull and now I feel so much better, I can eat and am actually losing more weight then when I was only doing liquids..

I suggest you go. Ack to your doctor and request a bigger unfill. I dont understand why he wouldnt do it, I mean its your body not theirs your the one who has to live with the constand vomiting and getting stuck.

I too was getting depressed but am so much better now. Don't give up go get your unfill you'll feel so much better you dont have to suffer in silence.

[vlp1968 83]

Go to the doc. for an unfill for sure. You have suffered a long time. I would think if you are still getting sick he will surely do an unfill. Discuss with him how much to remove, describe what's going on.

[reverie 49]

He would only remove 1cc. I have not been back to the dr. since. I was quite disappointed. I'm considering making an appointment but I'm scared he will not agree to a complete unfill. I have been struggling with chewing throughly all the time. Specially when I'm so hungry but even when I do, I still get stuck.

If he doesn't give you an unfill then you need to find another doctor. Excessive PBing and vomitting can ruin your esphagus; really nothing to play around with. Get an unfill ASAP and give yourself time to rest. You may also want to ask for an upper GI to make sure your band is still in its proper place.