Food stuck!!!

[mom22 0]

I was banded 11/08 and had my first "stuck" situation last night. I ate beef cubes made in the crock pot with beef broth - very soft and I even mushed it with my fork. This was the first time I ate beef since being banded. Now I know what "getting stuck" really means!! I was in such pain for over 2-1/2 hours - Not to get gross, but there was sliming involved and then finally it all came up - what a relief.

Did I do any damage? I definitely "threw up" (sorry for the bluntness) - I thought you couldn't do this with the band???

Do you think I need to call my doc?

Thanks.

Kay

[coloradobanding 5]

I had the exact same situation with a Triscuit. Let's just say if anyone had seen what I threw-up, they might contact the producers of Alien

Yes, it is definitely slime (freaked me out) but it does no damage. I would always suggest calling your doctor to really ease your fears and answer questions, but all in all, I'm sure you're fine.

[JuneAct2 0]

No one on here is going to suggest you NOT call your doctor; me included. It can't hurt to call them. With that said, you are probably okay. You might want to back up to liquids for a day in case you have any swelling. Your doctor can better advise you.

I haven't been stuck that bad yet, and only twice have I gotten food stuck. Both times were chicken, and both were because I hadn't chewed the food enough. First time I was laughing and accidentally swallowed. I knew before it got there it wasn't going to be good. The second time I wasn't thinking and swallowed my food to answer the phone. I ended up hanging upside down on the side of the road trying to get it unstuck. It was horrible!

Now, I only eat while sitting at the table and I don't eat "finger foods". And, I remembered the rule about cutting my food the size of a nickel and chewing it to the size of a dime! Works great!

Hope all goes well for you!