Hello all,

I was banded 6 days ago. I'm *pretty* much feeling normal now (although a little weak from only having fluids!) but I am having one symptom that I am worried about: I get occasional pains that begin just below my sternum and seem to radiate up my chest in the center. They only last a few seconds... often I will get one, it will end, and then I will get another. It almost feels like I have to burp but I can't? I am imagining that it is some type of esophogeal spasm. I don't think it's reflux, since I never had that before and it is unrelated to when I last drank something, or what position I'm in. I will see my doc today but would be comforted to know if others experienced this, and even better if it eventually went away for those who have experienced it! Thanks all; this is a great site and I have always appreciated all your help and support.

-Julie

I had these too, right after surgery and they did go away, although I don't remember how long I had them. I don't get them now except for, occasionally, after the first or second bite of food.

I had this for a week or two after surgery and they slowly stopped. My surgeon said that was normal. After a month or so, mention it to your surgeon. It should go away.