?Spasms

[Connie 0]

I am just a little over 2 months post-op VSG. Having difficulties several times a week with food getting stuck, nothing I can really do but but vomit. Then after a few minutes can continue on with my meal. It almost seems like something just clamps shut. I thought at first it was just certain food, so I avoided them, all breads, tortillas, etc. Now it is a lot of things. Plan to discuss with surgeon at 3 month check up, no one else here on this board seems to be having anything similar.:thumbup:

[lmmore 0]

Doesn't sound like you're adhering to the VSG diet. I cannot have bread, or Tortillas yet. You're supposed to be packing in the portein and Water at this point. Are you puposely sabotaging yourself?

[Connie 0]

I am following my instructed diet very closely, did you notice my weight loss? I am very careful to get in my recommended Proteins and fluids, but I am allowed now to be adding in some carbs. But I have not been able to get very many down. I work with a nutritionist closely in my program, so far seeing them monthly. Being careful to chew, and trying to eat slower. My volume of food at one time is about 1/2 cup.

[BJean 16]

Is there an problem with using skim milk to mix your Protein Powder for a shake - only 6 days post op?

[Dr. Jossart 2]

Spasms after VSG surgery tend to occur in the first few months and then subside as the pouch increases in size. Vomiting in the first three months is not always from a spasm. It could be a narrowing(stenosis) of the sleeve or some other anatomical abnormality that may need to be diagnosed with an Upper GI Xray or Endoscopy. If softer Proteins are not tolerated, then a visit with the surgeon is necessary to determine if a test needs to be done or a medication given to help with spasms.