Food feeling stuck and uncomfortable

[AFSands 0]

I had my lapband surgery over 4 years ago so even though I've been doing this for quite awhile, I still struggle with food sitting comfortably. For instance, the past week or so no food of any substance (vegetables, proteins) has sat comfortably in my stomach. I pretty much always struggle with Protein of any kind, even when I cook it down so it's really tender. I follow all the suggestions about eating slowly, measuring food out, etc.

I'm just struggling right now and need some support. Any tips would be really appreciated.

[Baba Wawa 543]

Do you have fill in your band? Sounds like you're a bit tight. I would call the doctor about a small unfill. Good luck to you!

[2muchfun 8,927]

Kelly Elliot monitors about 3 different support groups in and around Denver. If you go to one of them you can pimp her for some free advice? She's my nut and she's awesome.

http://www.bnrllc.com/

tmf

[A New New Dawn 1,695]

Sorry you are struggling. Are you also ensuring you are eating tiny bites, pausing till fully swallowed and then on to next bite? I know you are a veteran bander but sometimes a "refresher" is in order.

If you are following those guidelines, perhaps you do need a slight unfill or perhaps there is something going on w/ the band.

I hope you are back to "normal" soon. If it doesn't improve, I would suggest calling your dr.

[cheryl2586 3,053]

I too would suggest calling your doctor. You may be too tight. Sounds that way to me.

[Annette 9/2012 15]

Hi- I get stuck often I have 9.5 cc in my band and I am tight. You might have to go and take a little Fluid out-you will feel the difference!