7 Weeks Out & Can Barely Eat

[Charlotte3 0]

Hi, I'm new here. I was sleeved 7 weeks ago (conversion from lap band that literally came apart inside of me!) on 11/4, and I can still barely keep anything down. I try to eat soft foods and they come back up after I think I'm done. I don't have nausea or anything; it just feels like there's not enough room. It's very similar to the feeling I had when the lap band just didn't allow the food to go down. I'm starting to get nervous that I'll never be able to eat regular food, like there has been some horrible error and my stomach "pouch" is just too small and there's no way to fix it. I know I'm being a bit irrational, but it would be great to hear about others' experiences with this - and especially if it resolved. I feel very malnourished & tired. I am resisting calling my surgeon because I don't have time to take off work for the tests he will likely order. Any advice would be appreciated!

[Josey Quinn 187]

I know it's hard to take time for doctor visits, but it's vitally important to your health to know what's going on. Folks here can tell you their own stories, but everyone's body is different. I strongly encourage you to call your surgeon with your concerns.

I'm sorry this has been so difficult. (((hugs)))

[HopeandAgony 566]

I am only 5 weeks post op but have been reading a lot. Do you think it's possible you have a stricture? The symptoms sounds similar to what you describe. Please call your Dr. I believe they can do a dilation to correct that if that's what is causing your issue. If it's not that you need to be seen. You can't go on like this. Good luck and keep us posted.

Edited December 23, 2015 by HopeandAgony

[Miss Mac 6,261]

Please call your doctor. You really won't have time to take off work if you let a fixable issue become a serious complication. You are worth the trouble.

[Charlotte3 0]

Thank you - I suppose I knew that's what I need to do. I appreciate your advice.