Are You Physically Able To Thow Up?

[manderoo 2]

I got a fill last week and feel good restriction. I only have 4.8cc in a 10cc band and I'm on the edge of the green zone. Many people have much more restriction than I do and I was wondering what happens when you have to throw up? flu? I just had an episode of dry heaves for no food related reason, my family has been sick, but I did not throw anything up, even though I just had dinner. Is it possible for your lower stomach contents to come through the small band opening? Have you had the flu yet?

[Julia.Salvatore1 13]

Vomiting is a bit of a problem cos it can cause a band slippage, but I've been doing it for a while, purging after everything I eat, it is really uncomfortable because the stomach just feels tighter. But I got told it can be dangerous if you vomit too much, every now and then can't be that bad.

I think it is possible for the contents to come up, but it's safer for it not to.

[Sojourner 2,446]

Vomiting is a bit of a problem cos it can cause a band slippage, but I've been doing it for a while, purging after everything I eat, it is really uncomfortable because the stomach just feels tighter. But I got told it can be dangerous if you vomit too much, every now and then can't be that bad.

I think it is possible for the contents to come up, but it's safer for it not to.

If you are intentionally purging after eating, you are exhibiting symptoms of a serious eating disorder, not to mention the possible harm you may do to your stomach and band.

It would be in your best interests to let your surgeon know what you have been doing, and seek professional help from a counselor who specializes in eating disorders.

[NWgirl 574]

I would recommend having anti-nausea meds on hand if you do get a flu or stomach virus. It's best to not throw up, as it can displace the band.