Problems Eating (After Surgery)

I had my surgery back in the middle of November.  I didn't have any problems eating anything until the beginning of January.  Now, I have problems with all kinds of foods:  bread, meat, salad, apples, bananas, etc.  Lots of times, what I eat comes right back up.  I told my doctor and nutritionist; their only response was to take smaller bites and eat more slowly.  Well, that isn't helping. 

Remember when you were a kid and would take a big ol' gulp of root beer or Dr. Pepper?  Then you'd have to belch really big and loud?  Well, it feels like I have to belch like that, but that the food has sealed it off and won't let the air bubble come up.  I get little, teeny, tiny burps up, and then usually food.

Anyone else have this problem?  Can it be fixed?

MaryBeth:  I wish I could help you.  I am being banded on 3/30.  You will probably get a ton of replies of you put this question over on the Lap Band Forum.  Everyone there is so very helpful.  Hopefully they can give you some advice.  Hugs, Pat

Hi there,
I am sorry you are having a problem with eating.  Maybe you are having reflu problems that is one of the side affects with having the band.  I would suggest that you post on the lapband forum here on OH and maybe someone that has gone through the same thing will post to you and you can go back to your surgeon and discuss about further ways to figure out the problem.

I hope they find a solution to your problem soon. I know it has got to be so frustrating and it sound awful.

((((hugs))))