I did something stupid

[Hedwig 0]

hi all, I went to a party the other day and I drank for the first time since being banded. It was fun up until the time I realized I drank to much. My tolerance isn't what it used to be. I ended up getting sick. The thing that scares me is I was gagging for almost an hour. Nothing would come up. There was alot of saliva and that was about it. I am scared that I slipped my band. My stomach feels uncomfortable. I haven't gotten sick for years. I am usually very good about how I drink. I very seldom do drink. Has anyone ever gotten sick after there banding? I am scarred to tell my doctor. I figure I have to. Please anyone that has any advice or has everbeen through this, please give me an idea of my chances of slippage. Or even share your story. I feel stupid but most of all upset I put my band at risk. thanks all.

[vinesqueen 2]

No lectures, you know that's not my style. ((((hugs))))) I'm so sorry! I know that most people are not prepaired for how little tolerance they now have for booze! I think it's important to tell your doc about this, just as an FYI. So, you learned a valuable lesson, so it isn't a total loss, right?

I had the dry heaves this afternoon, and I'll be calling my clinic tomorrow morning, just as an FYI for them. I was at my regular doc's for this rotten on-going headache, and after she stepped out to get me a pain-shot I started heaving. I knew I was queezy, but I didn't realize I was that queezy... So there we are.

[Jachut 487]

It took me a little by surprise the first time I had a drink after banding too. And the trouble is once you've had a bit you lose your judgement and its very easy to make yourself sick.

I havent vomited since banding, but we've had at least 5 cases of gastro through the family since I was banded and I think through sheer will I havent caught it.

You'll know next time I guess and probably since you're not in any pain or having any problems, no harm done.

[mousecrazy 2]

I have had to vomit since being banded, due to Migraine headaches. It has been okay. I just had a new fill yesterday, done with flouro, and the band is perfectly fine.

If you have any problems or symptoms that are different, though, I would let your doctor know immediately. Each of us react differently to situations, you know?

Good luck, Cindy

[DonnaB 3]

I agree that you should call your doctor, but I also think - if you haven't already done this - you should go on liquids for a few days. If you did pull your stomach away from the band, you should give it some time to heal and possibly build up more scar tissue. Even if you didn't do any damage, liquids for a few days can't hurt.

Call your doctor.

[Leona06 0]

I'm not going to lecture either, but I noticed your band date of 6/9/06 and was wondering if your doc said anything about not drinking for at least 6months after banding. Its something my doc said, and if your doc didn't, it might be something to ask about.

Other than that, I agree that liquids might be good and I hope you feel better soon!

[Hedwig 0]

thanks guys, I realize it wasn't a good choice. My doctor didn't say anything about not drinking. I should have asked. Thing is I am not a big drinker, so I didn't think to ask. Yes vines good point, I learned a lesson. I really didn't drink much. Well I am seeing my doc on 8th of aug. So I shall see. I really was comforted by u all. I was and still am nervous. I would hate to have abused my band. I hope after my fill my band and I will become better friends. I just need to be more kind to it. Thanks again.

[vinesqueen 2]

Anytime Hedwig!

I have to call my doc today because I spent a good portion of my afternoon Thursday with the dry heaves. No boozin' for me, just hit a Low.