I keep reading everyone refering to sliming when they eat. What exactally is it?

from what i understand...I just got banded last thursday and havent slimed yet but it is when you get stuck and your mouth waters alot to try and help dislodge the food that is stuck...

I have been banded since May and I have slimed several times. It happens when food gets stuck at the band. It happened to me because I was not used to taking small bites and chewing enough. When you get stuck, your body produces this slimy substance that just keeps coming up. I would not call it vomit, because all that comes up is this slime - like egg whites. LOTS of it, it just keeps coming until whatever is stuck comes back up as well. It comes up about 2 or 3 tablespoons at a time, but just keeps coming. Once the stuck food comes out the episode is over and there is no pain. It does not hurt, but if you feel it start to happen you better get to a bathroom quick because there is no stopping it. The best way to avoid it is to take small bites and chew, chew, chew. That was the hardest thing for me to get used to. That is how it happened with me, anyway.

sounds gross but a reality for us!! I will at least know wheat it is now when it happens!!! Thank you.

Thanks for asking that question. I never heard of it. I was banded on Aug 17 and prior to surgery I was a really fast eater and didn't chew my food very much. It definitely sounds like something I need to keep in mind!