Pain - upper left side under ribs ? Anyone have or had this?

[debbehappy 0]

I was hungry for rice - I know it is not a food that is recommended I ate 2 bites of fried rice and it got stuck - wouldnt go down and I threw up. Not spit up full blown heaving. Ever since when i try to eat something or drink something I hurt and have pain -- I am scared I slipped my band but thinking it could just be sore muscles around it -??? I was banded Nov 20, 2008 so about 2 1/2 months out.

Anyone have any words of wisdom ?? Help

[RestlessMonkey 7]

Some people can (and do) eat rice so don't feel guilty. You are sufficiently post op that odds are one episode of PB (productive burp...where you burp up a bite of food that won't go down) most likely won't hurt you. However one thing many experienced bandsters do is to go back to liquids for 24 hours after they have had an episode like you describe...gives the stomach area a chance to calm down. Often when you pb you will have swelling in the area...24 hours of liquids lets things go back to normal.

I can eat rice fine, but it isn't a favorite of mine (in any form) so usually it isn't an issue. However if you LOVE it, wait a few months and try again...making sure to chew it well, and perhaps alternate a small (SMALL!) bite of rice with a bite of something with a totally different texture.

My doctor wants all his patients to have no "banned foods" (except carbonation) and that method, I've read, can work. Also make sure the rice is well done (same goes for pasta) because it does absorb liquid and can swell if you eat it al dente or on the less done side of done. Well cooked, small bites, chew.

Until then try the 24 hours liquid. If you still hurt tomorrow, call your doctor.

Good luck!

[TQUAD64 9]

Go on liquids for a day or two, so your pouch can recover. Right now it sounds like it is spasming.

P.S. I eat rice now and then without issue. Some people can eat rice, but it appears that it is difficult for you. I would consider not having this food for a month, since you reaction was not good.

As far as band slippage, that is a conversation for you and your doctor.

Good luck!

[debbehappy 0]

Thank you so much for the 2 responses I appreciate it alot ! My pain has calm down considerably didnt go on full fluids but only ate very soft foods and things are getting better !!

thanks again !

[ashleysara 0]

Im glad I didnt respond but I was watching to here LOL just so you know were all worried

[RestlessMonkey 7]

Good to know you're feeling better!

Hopefullly on down the road you'll be able to eat rice again!