HELP, DO I HAVE A STRICTURE?

Ok all, for the past three days, when I eat solid foods, I "reflux" up the first three or four bites, even when eating slowly and chewing well. It feels like the food is stuck in the center of my stomach area, just below the underwire bra line. After I erp, I can usually go back to eating and will be ok. Well, except for today. I can't get anything to stay down, I thought mashed potatoes with gravy might stay down, it didn't and neither did a flat soda. I don't know anything about the symptoms of a stricture. Does this sound like it? Surgery was 7/25/06. Anyone with any information, please help!!! ~Diana

Diana, Well, it sure sounds like something is going on. Please call Dr. Richardsons service or the hospital where you had your WLS and have someone return your call. Are you able to keep small amounts of water down...even a tablespoon at a time? Try and take at least sips because dehydration would only add to your problems. Call your surgeons office and let us know what he has to say. Take care and hope you feel better soon! Kelli

Diana, I had my surgery on July 24th and Iam still on pureed foods...I guess its different Doctors but usually you dont eat solid foods until the 7-8 week out...They told me I could start on Sept 24th...I would ask your nutritionist or Doctor again to make sure...it sounds like to me you are not ready for solid foods just yet...God Bless..Craig Lee

I would check with your doc . He can do a scope to see if you have a stricture. It is fairly easy to fix. It could also just be your pouch being a little grouch today.