I have been banded sine 07/17/06, and have had no real problems. I've had a few fills, and last week I just had another one. Now, tonight, all of the sudden, for no reason at all, i feel like I have a lump in my throat, like my throat is swollen down near the windpipe. I also have to clear my throat every few minutes because of phlegm, but it does not relieve this awful feeling of a lump in my throat. I have to wait until monday to call my dr.'s office. Could this be due to the fill even though the fill was last week and I haven't had this feeling until now. Also, I don't have any burning related to acid reflux, so I don't think it is that, but your input would be very appreciated. Thank you.

Cris,

It sounds like you're a little overfilled to me.

Dr. C

Cincinnati, Ohio

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Thank You for your quick response. I believe you are right. If I'm not feeling better by monday, I'm going to try to get a slight unfill. Again, thank you.