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That's usually how it gets stuck, but I was taking my time yesterday, so I think it was actually the potato skins that did it. I felt fine a couple of hours later. Just not used to actually getting sick. I've had a couple of PB's before but not like that. Will not be doing that meal again. I must say the learning experiences with the band are definitely lessons I won't repeat.

Soo yesterday evening dinner was a Healthy Choice meal. It had beef tips and veggies and red potato wedges in it (with the skin on). So the potato skins got stuck and I started to PB (which has happened a couple of times before, just the PB not with potato skins). This time however it was a full out puke not just the normal the usual PB with normal slime. Has anyone had this happen before?? or should I be concerned. I felt fine later and didn't have any symptoms of a stomach flu. Obviously I need to make sure that my potatoes are sans skins in the future. Any thoughts?? Thanks!

They are ok and go down fine as long as you can eat solid food and follow the rules, but the juice is obviously a no no cause of the fructose. I have a half of one a day. Sent from my iPod touch using LapBandTalk

Ok so I had my first fill on Thurs. morning and was on a liquid diet till yesterday afternoon. For lunch I tried having a Healthy Choice bowl and it was a huge mistake. Now I was able to eat it just fine before the fill. I know I obviously didn't chew enough or maybe it was the rice in it after all, but it got stck real good. I ended up haing my first PB. Not fun. I will not do that again. Ended u throwing away 3/4ths of the meal away. Is this a common experience after a fill, finding out your limits, or was this just a first fill beginners mistake?? Thanks! Sent from my iPod touch using LapBandTalk

I had a protein drink about 2 hrs before the appt. That's all I ever have for breakfast, so I figured I was ok.

Good to know. Thanks!

I was banded on 10/01 with no fill in the band. I got my first fill today 5 weeks in. Normally the first fill is the 4th or 5th week with my surgeon.

Well today was my first fill. First I lost 4#s (not as good as right after surgery, but I'll take it), then the surgeon filled the band with 3.5cc. It hurt having him try to find the port, guess the tummy is still tender. After the adjustment I was nauseous for a bit. I'm not sure if it was from not having eaten in a while or from the fill. Doing ok now, but definitely need to make a quick run to the store for some cottage cheese and soup,lol. I'm on a liquid diet now for 2 days. Will check back in later.

Thanks for all the input ladies!

Good to know. Thanks!

So I was banded 10/01 and since 10/11 I haven't lost a single #. I've been on mushie/soft foods since the 14th. I know when the dietitian was talking to me about protein drinks she said it should have 20gm of protein and no more than 5gm of carbs (I think). Is there a carb limit we should stick to after banding?? I'm thinking I'm taking in either too many carbs or calories. I take in about 1000 to 1200 calories a day. I'm getting the required 65-75 gms of protein a day and the 64 oz of water/liquid. Just trying to figure out why the weight-loss has stalled. I lost 20.2# in the 2 weeks from pre-surgery liquid to post surgery followup.

Welcome, My WL doctor wanted me to lose 5% of my weight prior to surgery. So I started at 316# and was expected to lose 16#s in the 6 mos period. I would suggest just taking it one step at a time. There will be plenty of things to get used to besides weight loss expectations believe me. My WL doctor has a nutritionist on staff and we had to attend monthly classes on different topics related to healthier eating and support group meetings as well. Also if you drink soda, you had better wean yourself off of it cause you will not be able to drink carbonated beverages after the surgery. The 6 mos. will go quickly, don't worry and Welcome onboard!

Thanks Diane and Missy. I know they said it irritates the band and I already have stomach issues related to using Advil excessively for years. I'll make sure I only use it when I'm really hurting.

Hey everyone. I'm now 3 weeks post surgery, and I know they told me prior to surgery to not use NSAIDS (ie Advil, Naproxen, aspirin, etc.). Do you think it's ok if I take some now?? I had my monthly friend come today and my arthritis has been acting up. Advil/Ibuprofen works so much better for this kind of pain then Tylenol. ???‰ Sent from my iPod touch using LapBandTalk