Question:
Help! I think I have a stoma block.

I'm just about 8 weeks out from my RNY and have finally been able to start meats a week ago. The first day or two went fine, but since then I always throw up when I eat any type of lunch meat (chicken, turkey, roast beef). I'm eating next to nothing because of it (just milk, crackers and sliced cheese). I take small bites, chew thoroughly and eat only 3 times (well-spaced) a day. I thought the chewing might have been the problem, but I've been extra vigilant. So, I deduced that I should probably talk to my doctor about a endoscope. I saw some responses on the procedure, but can anyone else share pain level? And, will I have to take more than the one afternoon off work for this? I don't really have time left. Thanks in advance!    — [Anonymous] (posted on August 13, 2001)

August 13, 2001
It may not be that serious. Lunch meats are processed and not the healthiest most natural meats. Have you tried eating a piece of grilled chicken breast? Try the meats in their pure form, not the high fat processed form! Good luck, let us know how it works out!
   — [Anonymous]

August 13, 2001
I'm 4 months out and sometimes I still have trouble digesting meats. I find that many meats still must be cut up very small, chewed very thoroughly but you said you're being careful about that but are you eating the meats too fast? I find it also helps a lot when adding some liquids to the meats like fat free gravies or chicken broth, etc. There are other more digestible forms of protein like Boca Burgers which are very low fat and high protein and taste very good. I like the original flavor the best. You can add some cheese to increase the protein. Your new tummy may not be able to digest too many meats yet and you can stop for a week or two and try to eat them again, but when in doubt always contact your surgeon. Good luck.
   — [Anonymous]

August 13, 2001
Knock off the lunch meat. Make yourself some chicken breast cook it in broth , like the anno post said there are better choices of protein out there. Don't worry about eating next to nothing, as long as you get your vitamin supplements and protein supps. you will be fine. I couldn't eat beef , other than ground for a year post op. Cheese and soup are good choices also , mild chili , and fatfree refried beans add cheese and sour cream (lo fat) great protein.
   — Rose A.