I received my lap band in Oct. 2003 and things have been going fine until about the last 6 months. I have recently had 2cc removed from my band; because I was having difficulty with keeping much down and coughing at night. Now, whenever I eat just about anything, I feel sick to my stomach and PB. The only thing that works well and goes through without any problems are milkshakes and I know that is bad. I fear I am beginning to think PBing is normal for me. Help!

Update: I went to the doctor and I had several cc's removed from the band. I am now doing much better.

You can get a Flouroscope exam to "see" the port and drink some barrium to watch how it goes through. The flouro is avaliable in lots of medical offices. Get on the phone in your area.