How many have had GERD post-surgery

[Nanook 2]

I was curious as to how many have had problems with acid reflux or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) post-surgery. I'm particularly interested in those that never had issues prior to lap band surgery. Thanks Nancy:smile:

[bloom 2]

I have been having problems lately. I had GERD before surgery. I didn't have a problem until about a couple weeks ago after getting a fill, it came back the tighter I got. The Dr. took a little out today and I just ate something spicy and I can fill the heart burn. But I am hoping its just because of irritation.

[AAA022414 13]

I NEVER had issues with any sort of acid reflux/heartburn anything...i'm still not even sure what heartburn is.

Sometimes i wake up out of a dead sleep and all of a sudden i'll have to throw up...i don't throw anything up but clear liquid stuff...it happens maybe every other week. after the first couple of time i told my doctor and he told me to start taking xantac at night before bed. I've noticed spicey stuff does it so i've stopped eating it.

On monday I have no idea what I ate but i woke up in such horrible pain and was throwing up for over an hour...nothing but clear liquid stuff and it was the most awful tasting stuff ever!! when i can finally get myself to stop then my stomach burns and is so uncomfortable.

The doctor thinks it's acid...my throat feels like i have a sore throat since throwing up on monday. He called in a prescription antacid that i have to take 2 times a day now to see if that helps. otherwise he wants to take some out of band =(

[kgloverii 0]

I occasionally have acid issues now, but it is very hit and miss. I take Zantac when there are issues.

[Nanook 2]

I NEVER had issues with any sort of acid reflux/heartburn anything...i'm still not even sure what heartburn is.

Sometimes i wake up out of a dead sleep and all of a sudden i'll have to throw up...i don't throw anything up but clear liquid stuff...it happens maybe every other week. after the first couple of time i told my doctor and he told me to start taking xantac at night before bed. I've noticed spicey stuff does it so i've stopped eating it.

On monday I have no idea what I ate but i woke up in such horrible pain and was throwing up for over an hour...nothing but clear liquid stuff and it was the most awful tasting stuff ever!! when i can finally get myself to stop then my stomach burns and is so uncomfortable.

The doctor thinks it's acid...my throat feels like i have a sore throat since throwing up on monday. He called in a prescription antacid that i have to take 2 times a day now to see if that helps. otherwise he wants to take some out of band =(

That doesn't sound so good, I know that the band can cause acid reflux in people and am seeing a specialist on Friday to see what issues I have now that mine has been removed. I suppose it happens to some people and not all of course but yours definitely needs to be treated. I hope it gets better once you get some fill removed but mine never got any better even without any fill so good luck to you Nancy.

[HeatherO 7]

I got it only after banding when I have more restriction. It goes away completely if I keep my band less filled. I never had a problem pre-banding.

[gentylwind 1]

You didn't leave an option for "had it before surgery but no longer have it afterward"

[Nanook 2]

You didn't leave an option for "had it before surgery but no longer have it afterward"

Sorry you're right you caught me, I don't know how to change it though. But it's good to have your information thanks Nancy.:blushing:

[Memere-9 0]

I had GERD before surgery and my surgeon took me off my meds after surgery and so far no GERD.