constant esophagus burn

[rrrsmom 1]

Is that a sign of something that should scare me? I have this constantly. It's heart burn but in my throat.

Thanks,

Karen

[GeezerSue 7]

Yes, your surgeon should know so that it can be treated. If you are dealing with stomach acid in your throat, it won't get better by itself.

Sue

[NJChick 3]

Karen did this just start? I see by your stats that you are doing really well.

[PhotoNut 7]

Karen, your post made me think of DianeChef. Here is a recent thread by her that you might want to read:

http://lapbandtalk.com/showthread.php?t=16315

I'd have it checked right away. Hope things turn out alright. Keep us posted ok? *hugs*

[the best me 6]

Aloe Vera juice, reflux/acid-reducer type medications, a soft diet, and a call to your doc. Sounds like reflux to me. Good luck!!!

[Kelliebelly 13]

I developed that after my 6th fill. I am on Omperazone or something like that now and havent had the heartburn or reflux since I started on it 5 mths ago.

Good Luck

[nursekathy2u 0]

Karen,

Burning in your throat is not an uncommon sensation when you are having reflux. This is caused by acid from your stomach backwashing into your esophagus. When you feel it in your throat it is actually a referred sensation from your esophagus, right where it connects to your stomach. Maalox should help short term but it sounds like you need and acid blocker type medication.. I your already on one you may need a stronger dose.

Kathy

[Alexandra 55]

Karen, have you talked with your doctor yet? How are you feeling?

[pati-o 6]

HI,

I was having the same problems. I had an endo last monday which showed esophageal erosion, esophagitis, gastritis and vocal cord irritation and inflammation. I saw the Dr who did my endo yesterday, he has me on Nexium 40mg twice a day. HOLY COW! does that stuff help. He told me that I am just someone who produces too much acid, and that my band is not the culprit. My endo Dr. consulted with a band Dr for advice before he saw me for a follow up.

I'd ask for an endo. it's better to look have someone look directly at the area that is giving you problems and get a definate answer then to speculate and try to guess what the problem is. I tried gaviscon, prevacid,pepcid, maalox,tums, rolaids, you name it, nothing worked.

I was worried constantly that something was terribly wrong with my band-now I know and have a huge sense of relief.

[chichigirl 1]

You may also want to make sure that your band fill is not too tight, that can cause reflux big time. It's amazing how just the removal of the smallest amount of Fluid and the symptoms will dissappear completely.

No matter the cause, you need to see your doctor to make the determination and course of treatment needed for you.

Good luck, hope it's really a minor issue for you. In the meantime, until you can get to the doc's, Tums or any of the over the counter antacids can bring you some temporary relief, but just until you see the doctor.

Take care.

Cindy

[BandsterHopeful 1]

Any severe heartburn or GERD should always be checked out quickly. If it starts after a fill, it's almost always a sign of a too-tight fill and will be relieved by a small unfill. If it starts NOT around a fill time, it can be a sign of a slip or other problems. You always need to see or consult your band surgeon. Don't simply try to cover it up with acid reducers, but fix the cause or your stomach and band can be badly hurt. Renee

[PhotoNut 7]

I fully agree with BandsterHopeful!!!

How are you feeling, Karen? Have you contacted your Dr yet?

[KarenB 0]

I had the same symptoms before banding, it was acid reflux, which can cause damage to your esophagus. I started taking Nexium, which to me is a wonder drug!

After being banded it went away until I developed an unrelated problem; it caused my band to become too tight. From what I've read, a too-tight band can definately contribute to acid reflux, and night-time eating can too. If you eat at night, then lie down to sleep, the food just lies there and causes acid to come up in your throat.

Hope this helps; it definately should be checked out.

[BandsterHopeful 1]

Lots of obese people have reflux before banding, from a hiatal hernia. this is routinely repaired with the band surgery. the reflux that happens AFTER banding is from an entirely different cause - either a too-tight fill, or another problem, including a possible slip. All reflux should be checked out, and quickly, before pouch and/or stoma damage occurs. Renee

[PhotoNut 7]

Rrrsmom... Karen... are you out there? What's going on with you? Are you ok?