barbie9095

Talk about a can of worms. I recieve compound injections every month for my allergies (and it has taken me 5 years to get to just once a month). I take multiple products for sinus/allergy problems. My worst time is Fall but Spring is #2. I made it through Fall without even being majorly sick this year (rare event). I don't normally take anything for the reflux. I think I will tweek my allergy meds and see if it helps and prop myself up with plenty of pillows (use to work). I am new to the web site. It has taken me this long due to new career, school, etc. that coincided with my surgery. Surgery is a part of life for me. This is #20 in 20 years...long story. What worries me...I will call the doc Monday, is that I haven't been able to drink Water or anything else very much either. I thought I might have "plugged" my band with something, but if so, I wouldn't have so much going on (gurgling, acid, etc.). Do you know of anyone who has "plugged" their band? How did it effect them?

I had my last fill about November of 06. Haven't been back since. It was very comfortable (1.5cc in a 4). Then about a month ago it has become harder to deal with. I am wondering if my allergies (this time of year) are causing minor inflamation/irritation due to drainage etc. This will be my first spring with the band. I have VERY BAD allergies...among other problems.

Thank you for such a quick reply. Why is it that the gurgling is getting worse? I had a huge attack of acid reflux last night that just tore me up night. I haven't been able to eat or drink anything in almost three days. Have you ever been sick with the band? I have NEVER vomitted with the band. It scares me to even think about it.

Hi, everyone. This is my first post. I was banded by Dr. Spivak in 8/06. Not much of a computer person, I don't normally have time to play on the thing. BUT have started being concerned with an increasing challenge. Does anyone ever "gurgle" when eating or drinking? Mine is increasing to a very noticable and constant situation. What do I do? I have lost almost 40 lbs. and really like having the control factor, but it is hard to be polite in public. And I wish I could just belch in private once in a while...it is hard to burp! I only have 1.5 cc of a 4 band. Is this worth a trip to the doc? I live a distance from him.:help: