Only able to hold down liquids

[pdallariva 57]

I am 2 months out and I ended up with a stricture. I have had 3 dilations with my opening being at 14 now. I still cannot handle and Proteins, Vitamins or soft foods. I am completely on liquids. My Dr has run every test possible saying they are all coming back normal. I have been admitted 5 times to the hospital for dehydration and low potassium. I tried to eat Lastnight and had to make myself throw up just to feel better. I am at a loss on what to do. I am already down 60lbs. Please help!

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[Daisee68 2,493]

So sorry you are having such trouble! I had a stricture and had 2 dilations to a 15 and haven't had any major issues since. I do know that if I eat too much, too fast or too big of bites, I still (14 months post-op) have pain. I had a GI dr perform my 2nd dilation. Any chance you can see a GI dr to see if they can figure anything out?

I know @@LipstickLady lives with a stricture. Maybe she will have some suggestions for you?

Edited August 9, 2016 by Daisee68

[LipstickLady 25,682]

EEEEEK! I'm afraid I might not be much help. My stricture is so slight, I refuse to get it fixed. It definitely slows my eating and drinking, things get stuck if I eat too fast or don't chew enough, and my meals will eject if I'm not very careful.

I love mine. It keeps me honest.

I am so sorry to hear that you are struggling with yours. I will say that mine has loosened up over time. I was all liquids and mushy foods through week 6. If it wasn't warm, I couldn't eat it. pills got stuck, so I went to liquid Vitamins for awhile. Warm Water was MUCH easier on me (with lemon, plain Water made me hurl). I had to sip all freaking day long non-stop or I couldn't get my liquids in. I am sure you have moved through all these suggestions, though.

Best of luck! I hope they figure it out for you soon.

[pdallariva 57]

Thank you for your replies. I am going to reach out to LipstickLady. I also do have a GI but she works side by side with my surgeon that did my bypass.

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[pdallariva 57]

I chew solids about 25 times and they still won't go down. It's just basic ll Clear Liquids that work for me. I guess I'm just going to have to wait this out.

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