Howdy, Y'all! I was banded on Feb. 23 and have had a very easy time of it so far (thank goodness). However 2 days ago I started getting sick and have gotten progressively sicker with what my MD diagnosed as bronchitis/pharyngitis/laryngitis. Since I've gotten sick I have noticed that my restriction has increased significantly and wanted to ask if this is common? I am not sure if it is from post-sinus drainage and esophageal irritation due to the pharyngitis/laryingitis but everything feels really tight and I feel like there's no way that I could eat anything solid. My 10cc band was filled with 4cc during the surgery because my MD said it was necessary due to my stomach shrinking so much from the pre-op diet and I required the 4cc insertion in order to get the band snug around my stomach. Anyway- I am scheduled for my first fill tomorrow (exactly 4 weeks post-op) but am a little concerned since I've experienced the increased restriction during the last few days since I've been sick. Has anyone experienced this?? I can't figure out what else could be causing it?? Any ideas? Should I go ahead with the fill since this increased restriction will probably go away soon since my antibiotics should be kicking in (assuming it's related to my being sick)? Thanks in advance for any suggestions!

Mary

I don't know the answer about restriction, but I can tell you I am never sick. I haven't had a cold in 3 or 4 years. Then right after I got banded, I got the worse cold I have ever had. I was up all night coughing. I went on anti biotics and was well for 2 weeks and it came back. I had to take antibiotics again.

I think the surgery lowers our resistance.

Mary,

You are very wise to be concerned! I underwent an emergency unfill due to post-sinus drainage irritation. I had a fill appt. and then two weeks later noticed more restriction. It is allergy time and constantly have the post-nasal drip (thick). Well, dinner got stuck one night and that increased the irritation so much I started to bleed.

I would definitely wait to get a fill. Take sudafed or something else, in addition to what you have now. Get the sinus/bronchitis/laryngitis situation cleared up first. Also, if you are PB'ing it can make the bronchitis worse by getting into your lungs.

Take Care!!!

It would be wise to hold off on getting your fill until you complete the course of antibiotics. You don't want to add esophagitis to your other airway infections. I hope you feel better soon.

Thanks for the information and advice!