Trouble swallowing or hernia right after surgery ?
RNY on 01/17/12
I'm concerned I had RNY Tuesday and was told my surgeon found and fixed a hernia while in surgery. I came home Thursday night and started puréed diet. I have been eating puréed soup yogurt and pudding in 2 oz sizes for my mini meals plus protein drinks. My problem is yesterday and today after eating I felt like It was stuck in my chest and I was kinda choking. Anyone else experience this or know what to do ?
rocky513
on 1/22/12 7:24 am, edited 1/22/12 7:24 am - WI
on 1/22/12 7:24 am, edited 1/22/12 7:24 am - WI
Likely you are eating too fast. When you first start on pureed foods, you have to remember to take tiny bites and eat VERY slowly. You may be introducing new foods too quickly. Everyone's pouch reacts differently to foods. You may have to do a little experimenting to see what works for your new pouch and what doesn't. Are you able to keep down liquids? If so, you may want to go back to liquids for a few days to give your pouch a chance to settle down. If not...you need to contact your surgeon. You may have a stricture. Good luck to you!



