Could I have a SLD?

I am 15 months post op (Open RNY) and have maintained my current weight for the past few months. In November, I had a blockage. I ate too fast and didn't chew properly. I was actually on my way to the hospital to get scoped when it came up on its own. When I threw it up, it felt like it came from my toes it was so violent. (Sorry, only way I can explain it. It was different from when we eat too much) Since then, it seems like I have been able to eat more and not stay as full as long. Before, I could eat about a 1/2 a chicken breast and a few bites of a side dish (like rice or noodles). Now, I can eat the whole breast and about a 1/2 cup of a side dish. Then about an hour to 1.5 hours later, I could eat again. If I do, I try and have a protien bar or something along those lines. For lunches, I usually have a lean cuisine and before I would be 'full'to the point of being stuffed. Now, I'm not full and could easily eat something else. I never get that stuffed feeling anymore. Could this be a SLD or is my stoma opening enlarged to the food passes out faster? Could it just be a natural progression over time of the pouch stretching a little? Any ideas?

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