Hi All,

Last Sunday I experienced a sharp pain in my chest. I suspect its band related because I've been to the ER twice and EKGs are normal and I have no other symptoms of heart problems...vitals all great etc. I was originally banded 12/05/06 in NE. I moved to FL 3yrs ago and have had a terrible time finding a lapband DR that would take me, if they did it would cost $400 out of pocket, which I just don't have. I have, however, made an appt with my Dr that installed the lapband since I will be visiting NE on vacation. With all that said I have 10 more days to wait until I find out whats going on and this is driving me to anxiety/panic attacks. Has any vet had this issue before? It feels like short sharp pinching pains, shortly after I hear/feel a lot of gurling noises like I did after my band surgery. The nurse that scheduled my appt tried to reassure me that if I was not throwing up and not having problems getting food down then I will most likely be ok until the appointment. I have read up a bit on this and wonder if it could be gas related?? I recently have had issues with gas/bloating and have been put on a high fiber diet. Anyone else experience this? I have limited myself to very soft food and liquids until I know for sure. Sorry for the long post, but any input is welcome.

Thanks,

Annette

It's esophagus spasms! I have the same thing. I gained back my weight because I had to have no fill. It had to heal. My surgeon told me that its not due to the band but my gi dr said he has had quite a bit of patients with this. Ugh!!! If it keeps happening I will have it removed. It's so painful. It's a little over a year now and all I've lost in total is 20lbs. feel better

It's esophagus spasms! I have the same thing. I gained back my weight because I had to have no fill. It had to heal. My surgeon told me that its not due to the band but my gi dr said he has had quite a bit of patients with this. Ugh!!! If it keeps happening I will have it removed. It's so painful. It's a little over a year now and all I've lost in total is 20lbs. feel better

Your story sounds like mine

I was banded on April 6th, 2012. . . . it's frustrating ---> so many road blocks

Your story sounds like mine

I was banded on April 6th' date=' 2012. . . . it's frustrating ---> so many road blocks[/quote']

I was banded the same day! LOL