What Am I Doing Wrong? Please Help!

[Brandi18 2]

I was banded on 3/20/12. I receievd my first fill 4 weeks post op and had no problems or restriction. Four weeks later, eight weeks after surgery I receieved my second fill, this was last Friday. I was able to drink Water in the office and continue to do fine with liquids. However, I have had to vomit everyday, at least once a day since Friday. All episodes are during meals, usually after 5-6 bites. I thought I was eating too fast the first few days so I have slowed down considerably, chewing 30 times per bite. I start to feel this pressure, then hear the gurgleing and then them pain. Please help I can't live like this. Breakfast bars, Protein Shakes are fine. But anything else........ Thanks!

[AXA 19]

Go get an unfill. Overfilled bands cause all sorts of problems including slips, erosion, and permanent damage. It's not worth it.

[JessiG1983 50]

I agree, you cannot live like that and need a minor unfill. I know you are probably afraid of setting yourself back but it is very dangerous to be too full.

[2muchfun 8,927]

I have a similar problem but there are some foods that don't cause that feeling(fish, and dark chicken). After 3-5 bites and lots of chewing, my pouch is full, I can't eat anymore and sometimes I slime. It's mostly very uncomfortable and not real painful. I can't talk to anyone till the food moves through the band. And, sometimes I can go back to eating and eat a cup or more. Odd?

I agree with the others. Have them take out .25 or .5 ccs. I'm thinking of doing the same.

tmf

[Brandi18 2]

Ok, thanks. It just crazy that I only had 2cc at my first fill and then 1 at my second fill. Totally surprised that I would be this restricted with only 3cc's but what do I know.

[SageTracey 608]

Also be aware that as you continue to lose weight, you may need more fills as the fatty pad around your stomach disappears and the band gets loser. I am sure your surgeon will be less aggressive with your fills from now on.

[Skyvic 226]

Please get some taken out...I did get through this feeling with Protein Shakes and Soup but my surgeon was not pleased that I did not contact him...certainly not a way to live.

[bigenuff 302]

My doctor said " no matter what u read online vomiting is not normal ! If u do vomit get to my office immediately !" I have not had that problem but glad for the warning.vomiting can mess up the band.See ur Doctor immediately.

[lawismylife 41]

I suggest drinking a hot liquid like a tea or having some hot consommé prior to your meal. You might be experiencing swelling from after the fill, and this "opens up" your esophagus to help you eat. It could be that you need that prior to eating. The person above who said that they have 5-6 bites, slime, then can eat a cup or more might need to "open" te esophagus prior to eating.

[SashaWLS 412]

Ok' date=' thanks. It just crazy that I only had 2cc at my first fill and then 1 at my second fill. Totally surprised that I would be this restricted with only 3cc's but what do I know.[/quote']

I got 3.5cc's at my first fill and was in so much pain I was crying... Went back a few hours later and got 1cc removed, feel MUCH better...

Everyone's body is different, and it's not just the amount of liquid in the band, but also how thick your stomach is in there too... Some people don't get a full for a year!

[1shauna1 129]

Ok, thanks. It just crazy that I only had 2cc at my first fill and then 1 at my second fill. Totally surprised that I would be this restricted with only 3cc's but what do I know.

You just could be one of the people who need .5 cc or less per fill. I hope you find some relief. Stick to liquids for a day or two, and as mentioned warm liquids help "prime" the band a bit (just relax it).

[shelbymooy 1]

I just got a fill yesterday and am at 2cc after 2 years. I feel very restricted.

[skiddles 66]

I can only get .5cc for a fill. Twice they put 1cc in and I couldn't eat anything.

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Ok, thanks. It just crazy that I only had 2cc at my first fill and then 1 at my second fill. Totally surprised that I would be this restricted with only 3cc's but what do I know.

3cc may not sound like a lot to most people, but due to the position of the band and size of your stomach, 3cc may be a ton for you. I actually had a TON of restrictions at only 3cc, too. In fact, I even had some restriction when my band was still empty.

I had a .5cc fill on Monday and spent the better part of the week really uncomfortable and unable to eat much of anything. I was taking small bites, chewing thoroughly, and pausing between bites. But, I still found myself sliming and even PB'd once. Today, I had this light bulb moment... "what if the bites aren't small enough?" So, I tried a bite about the size of my fingernail. It went in without a problem. I continued to eat a Lean Cuisine with the tiny bites, chewing well, and pausing between bites and was able to have a nice lunch without a single problem.

It took me all week to figure it out, but when I did I was so happy. Perhaps you might want to try even smaller bites? I figure it's at least worth a try. If that still doesn't work, I agree with the others, you probably need a slight unfill.

[1shauna1 129]

Mis73 - I was told bites of Protein should be the size of a pencil eraser (or fingernail!)!