I had my band put in on June 1st this year. After about 3 weeks, I started having throat pain and canker sores all inside my mouth. My surgeon suggested that I take an acid reducer which I have been on ever since. I have a prescription for nexium that I took before for acid reflux. All seemed ok for awhile and now the throat pain is back and it hurts to swallow. I have not had a fill yet. I have a 9 cc band. I am worried something is terribly wrong. I have had some esophagus issues in the past and I am worrried that this is just making things worse. My surgeon is in Mexico, so I can't go back to him. I am going to go see my family doc on Monday and see what she thinks. I am wondering if I've made a horrible mistake. Freaking out.

Go to a E.R.... I don't know if your Doc will touch this.

That's why I tell people to get Banded in your state.

I know it's cheaper, but is it worth the risk !

I am so sorry you are going through this; it must be scary. Do you have a fever, swollen glands or joint pain, headache or joint pain? I agree with Shirley, your symptoms are alarming enough (to me at least) for immediate intervention. Get thee to an E.R. Take care and let us know how you are.

Robbie