I had the surgery on Nov 29th. I've been on solid foods since Dec 18th and am having trouble swallowing.

Everything I've been eating since leaving the pureed stage and going on solids feels like a giant lump stuck in my esophagus.

I'm chewing things into mush (as directed) and easing back into solids by only eating 'soft' foods but still, it's like swallowing an elephant. There's an incredible tightness that takes a while to dissipate.

I called the clinic and was told that perhaps I should remain on pureed foods for a few more days...which didn't really answer my questions as to why I am having this sensation in the first place.

I was told that the feeling in my esophagus is a 'referred' feeling of fullness coming from my stomach.

Has anyone else had this sensation?

Claire

I know that most surgeons differ in their post op diets. But Mine is very conservative. and We can't eat solids until Week 5 post op.

SO that being said, why not go back to mushies for a week or two... it can't hurt. and besides you just may be a slower healer... thats all.

Good luck

Some people just take longer to heal. The reason I was given to take it easy with adding solids was that the stomach is swollen from the surgery. Just like it gets irritated after every fill adjustments. Don't forget you have something foreign inside of you and it's going to take time (some longer than others )to adjust. It will all calm down don't rush it, but do listen to your body. This will be the best thing you have ever done for your self.

Best wishes on the journey with the Band.