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Getting Sick A Lot a Year Later

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I have gone from 340lbs to 203 lbs and now I am back up to 216lbs. I am gaining weight and I am so scared that I make myself sick after I eat. When I do not "get sick" after eating I get faint and start to sweat. What's wrong with me??
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...sounds like dumping symdrome...my symptoms are very similar...modify what you are eating and how much of it you are eating...good luck!
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Hi,
I agree with Pearl, sounds like dumping syndrome. Try eating smaller bites again (pea sized) see if it still happens. If it does you may have a stricture (tightening at the opening of the pouch), in that case they can do a totally painless endoscope and open it up for you.
Chew chew chewing is very important. I can only eat really moist meat or I get the same thing, or if I eat to fast.
Trying to make yourself sick doesnt sound good. I understand that you feel better afterward but you really dont want to get in the habit of needing to throw up.
Take care of yourself
Hugs,
Angie
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Bo0mKat, It sounds like "fear of failing" is trying to take over your forward movement. Understand that the surgery we had cannot be revised, so you can use it like the tool it was meant to be. Take control of what you are eating by going back to the beginning of your pre-op instruction. Just simply start over. I just read on www.5daypouchtest.com that you can get back on track in 5 days. You have a beautiful body and mind that will work with you to continue to make progress. Fear steps in when you think that you can't control your situation. YOU CAN. You have the tools in place, just start today using what you have been given. And be honest with yourself about what you are eating and with "what's" eating you!
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