Dumping Question

How soon after you eat something sweet do you dump? Could it actually happen in about 15 minutes? I had a small episode of it yesterday, and I'm trying to figure out what the culprit food was. I find it hard to believe that I could have cramps and diarreah in less than 15 minutes -- but I think that is what happened. Any words of wisdom? Regards, Kathy Bilodeau Lap RNY 12/3/03 -72 lbs.

Hi Kathy, I have had the same experience and I definitely assumed it was dumping. I do believe it can happen that suddenly. Mine was due to using the fat free flavored Coffee Mate in decaf. I did okay with one cup of coffee but when I have 2 I immediately have the rection you had. I now know one is my limit. I just printed out the directions to the get together and am getting together all the clothes I'm bringing. I look forward to meeting you, and congratulations on your fantastic progress so far. Carolyn

Thanks for your reply Carolyn. I think I got sick from some cranberry jello mold at a church breakfast. I only had 2 spoonfuls - but it was quite sweet. I just can't get over how fast it was -- I thought it might have been from several hours earlier, but all I had was a protein shake from Revival Soy. Looking forward to meeting you on Saturday. God Bless, Kathy

Kathy, From what I have read (as I have not experienced anything myself), it does often happen rather quickly. I think the hardest part is figuring out what caused it, especially if it is something you have eaten in the past and it didn't bother you. Looking foward to Saturday. I don't think I will be bringing Mary Lou with me........a bit too soon, however I will be there with bells on. Let me know if you need anything........ Linda

That was a dump! What a terrible experience to have in public for the first time! Sorry you had to go through that. I forgot to email you to tell you that I couldn't come on Sat night to the dinner. Sorry 'bout that! Sounds like you may not have had the best time! Well, you were worried because you didn't dump on those cookies we talked about, but here you are dumping on jello! Go figure. You just never know when your pouch is going to get some revenge on you! BTW- some dumping is immediate- like within 2-3 minutes, other times, depeinding often on what else you've eaten or what consistency the food is, it takes longer, like 10-20 minutes. There isn't a lot of predictability to it. Sorry!

I've had the same experience a couple of times -- it comes quickly! Luckily, it seems that when it comes quickly, it leaves quickly, so there's some comfort in that. Looks like you're doing great though! Keep up the good work! Kathy Felker