Question:
anyone have trouble spitting up mucous?

my pouch feels full all the time, even hours after i have eaten. when i "vomit" after only a bite or a sip, i throw up tons of mucous    — [Anonymous] (posted on April 2, 2001)

April 2, 2001
Hi I had a similar problem, I am 4 1/2 months post op now, but when I was about 1-1 1/2 months post op, I did this also. I attributed it to either my allergies I have, I have lots of mucous, or the flu. I was slightly sick at that time. I hope this helps? I also had my doctor give me Claritin SL(they are allergy pills that you place under your tongue and they disolve) email me if you need anything else. by the way, how far post op are you? [email protected]
   — LISA K.

April 2, 2001
I had a problem with this when I was just post-op. My clinic explained that at first (especially if the food is too dry) it takes a long time for the food to leave the pouch. During that time the body will try to help move it through by producing mucous. You try to eat again and there simply isn't any room for next meal because the previous meal plus mucous is still there. Don't force the eating just because it is meal time. Wait until you are hungry and increase the moisture in your meals. It does get better. If it does not resolve soon, give your doctor a call.
   — Jilda H.

April 2, 2001
Been there, done that, and I feel for you - it is a truly <b>MISERABLE</b> experience. It sounds like your stoma has narrowed, and it can be fixed with an endoscopic dilation. Read my profile for the full story. Best wishes to you.
   — [Deactivated Member]

April 2, 2001
The problem you are describing could be frothing. The body naturally produces this mucous as a healing agent to your pouch. The problem is nausea and vomiting. Try drinking some hot decaffeinated tea before you go to bed. Then, drink another in the morning. Peppermint tea is very soothing. You may see an improvement quite quickly if it is frothing. This has helped me tremendously and I am fine now if I have that bedtime dose of tea. Best Wishes!
   — mrs.qtip

September 27, 2001
I am 2 1/2 months post-op and mucous has made my life miserable. The answers to the question of the problem of spitting up mucous have helped my condition very much. Although this condition may occur randomly, I now make sure solid food is very moist and eat smaller amounts at a time. It is also reassuring to know that this condition will go away with time. Thanks.
   — Peter T.