What Do You Call This?

WASaBubbleButt · May 3, 2007

Nope, not necessarily. Many times people just believe they lost restriction. They eat and eat and eat and the next time they get fluoro they have an engorged looking pouch and esophagus.

Allinmyhead · May 3, 2007

I have expressed this concern to my PA that does my checks and fills, have told her what I've been able to eat, and how much, and she does not seem at all surprised or concerned. The stretching of the esophagus especially. Are there any signs that this is happening?

WASaBubbleButt · May 3, 2007

The main indication that I am aware of is a feeling of little/no restriction even though you should have some restriction. Of course, a slip can cause that feeling too.

Do you get fills under fluoro? If not, your next fill might be best done w/xray.

WASaBubbleButt · May 3, 2007

BTW... remember, when eating the key is not to eat until you feel like a stuff t-day turkey. When you are no longer HUNGRY, stop eating. Period.

Allinmyhead · May 3, 2007

I do always get fills under x-ray, but I don't think they're looking at the pouch or band during this process, just the port.

I know, I am trying to keep the portion thing in mind, but I am struggling with the same old "cravings". I think I'm just eating too fast still, and am so used to "finishing" something, I don't stop until I do. My full feeling does last for several hours, and prevents me from eating something later. Also struggling with not drinking at all while eating....I know - get all my Water in between meals, and I won't be thirsty while eating. I need support, that's all. See my user name!