When does PB/vomiting become bulemia?

[ElfiePoo 109]

But I've made it a habit of eating the wrong things several times a day and then throwing them up when it causes pain (i.e. bread).

I wouldn't call this bulimia, although it is a very bad habit to get into. Bulimia is a mental disorder that generally involves binging and purging.

It just sounds like you've decided that you are going to eat that piece of bread because it tastes good and you've found a way to deal with the fact that your body no longer is able to process it.

You either need to get an unfill to the point where you can eat bread (even if it means that you can now eat in quantity again)...or start teaching yourself some new behaviors.

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[btrieger 21]

I tend to overeat at least twice a week and have become very adept at forcing it up and out when I get stuck.

My surgeon got pissed when I told him this. He said if I keep it up, it is only a matter of time before I am on his operating table to have a slip corrected.

I guess when you push enough, you end up pushing some of your lower stomach through the band and that is what a slip is.

[jldchester 0]

I am also PB'ing and vomiting. It doesn't happen every day...maybe 2 - 3 times a week. I don't do this intentionally. I think I am too tight, but after 10 months with no restriction I am hesitant to call my Dr. I had my last fill under Flouro and don't want this to end up being a waste of time and money. (I had to beg my Dr. to do it under flouro.)

I believe slowing down and taking smaller bites help. I also try not to let myself get too hungry.

I don't work during the summer and will return on Monday. After meals I get real LOUD and deep hiccups - Anyone have suggestions?

[JoJo1 0]

I have noticed that many people who get the band do not deal with their food issues. They expect the band to do it. These are often the ones who end up in serious trouble. The subconsious mind will sabatage us no matter what if we don't deal with the underlying causes of obesity. You should consult a professional and you should get a small amount of Fluid taken out of your band until you are mentally ready to deal with it... Hugs!!!

Edited July 30, 2010 by JoJo1