Carriedaway78 0 Posted August 9, 2012 Hi, so I'm 3 years post surgery and today I had gum. One of the very few times I actually have chewed gum since surgery. I accidently swallowed it. I tried to throw it up, but it didn't come up. I'm scared because I always heard there's a possiblity it could block up in your band. Has anyone else ever swallowed gum with the band? Experiences? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
donna12 742 Posted August 9, 2012 I just been told it's a no no and you might have to have it removed. Hope you are able pass it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mjv013 67 Posted August 9, 2012 I assume it will pass like anything else. My Dr NEVER said anything about gum and I chew it all the time. Swallowed it once but it didnt get stuck. SO its stuck now? I would thing your body temp would melt it enough to allow it to pass. Any luck yet? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Carriedaway78 0 Posted August 9, 2012 I don't feel as if it's stuck, I've only had liquids this morning however. I will see how lunch goes. Thanks so much the reply! I'll see what happens. I guess I just got freaked out at first because that hasn't happened to be since being banded! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ValleyGirlRN 32 Posted August 9, 2012 My doc never said a thing about gum either...I chew it all the time...good luck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jen_1381 446 Posted August 9, 2012 I was told gum was a no-no but I still chew it occasionally. Call me a "rebel" I guess I'm just very cautious. It's the only thing to keep my mouth from getting dry when I run. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
