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I have been banded for just over two years. I have taken the good with the bad, but now I'm afraid I might have a real problem. I got a fill on 10/13/07 after having no fill in for about three months due to severe regurg, etc. NOW, starting two days after the fill, I began to run a temp (low-grade, yes; but enough to make me feel really bad). My GP even did a meningitis test which was negative (Thank God!) but now I am on a crap-ton of antibiotics and am still running the temp. The only thing I can think of is the band. Has anyone had anything similar? Do you have any suggestions? I know that there are docs on this site, and I beg you if you know what this could be, PLEASE let me know ASAP. Thanks Terri:confused:

I am having the same pain, in the left side, that has been described! It hurts and I am sick in my stomach. (By the way, my port is on my right side) I haven't had a gallbladder for years, so I know it can't be a gallstone. I am several YEARS post-banding and this keeps happening off and on. I find it hard to believe that several of us have the same symptoms and all the docs can say is diverticuliutis(sp) Doesn't it seem like there would have to be some connection to the band?? Any input would be appreciated.:confused2:

Remember, when you fly you will get more restriction. I found this out the hard way--I was on an 8 hour flight, and could barely eat anything, except yogurt, for four days!! Take care1 Terri

I'm here! What's up?

I have actually talked a fried out of having the band because I knew she did not understand that it is ONLY a tool and not the "be-all, end-all" in weight loss! There is so much work that goes into having a band, and people who say thing like it's "taking the easy was out" really p--- me off! It's certainly not something to do lightly -- if that's what they think, they need to go on a diet!

Tanderson: Glad you are feeling better, but I would do liquids for about three days and then stay soft for a few more before going to regular food. You will have some swelling after a fill and you need to be careful not to stretch the pouch! I am just over two years with my band, and I have been throught it all! Take care and best of luck! Terri

Amanda: Thanks for the reply! I'm sorry to hear about your problems, but I have to admit that I am glad to know I am not losing my mind! LOL! Let me know how you do. I will look forward to hearing from you. I finished most of my meds, and I also syill have a LGT. I don't think my band is too tight, it may just be that having a fill causes enough irritation to set off a white blood cell reaction. Thanks again. Terri

shewhoknits: I am so sorry for your problems. What are the symptoms of a slip? From the couple of things you mentioned, I wonder if mine may have done the same. Can you please give a couple of more examples? Thanks

Thanks a lot for the input. I'll let you know when, and if, I find out what is going on.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am two years out and have wondered many times if th problems I have been having will lead me to where you are now. God willing -- they won't but I will track the progress of each of you.

I don't have any redness or swelling around the port, or anywhere else. I had some restriction right after the fill, but not much, if any, now. The reason I thought of the band was because, as far as I can recall, nothing else has changed. It is very frustrating. Thanks for the reply.

Has anyone else had the problem of running a temp (around 100 degrees) after having a fill? I had to have a complete unfill a couple of month ago due to bad reflux. Last Saturday I got a small refill, and on Monday started running a temp. If anyone else has had this happen, please let me know. A direct link, or a coincidence? Help!:cry

chelle: AMEN!!!

Hana: That's awful! I'm so glad you were not injured. Just goes to show that you really need to know who you are dealing with! Take care!

Unless things have recently changed, Central AR doctors will not do fills for bands done in Mexico -- it's a liability thing. Good luck!

<p>I've been off the computer for a while (too much to do at work, and too pooped in the evening) but I am back now. i was banded July 2005, by Dr. Wellborn. I have had many ups and downs with it, but I would do it again in a heartbeat! In fact, I was having problems in July and August, so I had an unfill. I went in on Saturday and got some put back in. Now, I feel great! No more problems and I had a great night's sleep. (Before the unfill, I was having awful reflux and regurg at night! Yuck!) You are all right, Dr. Wellborn and his staff are GREAT! I have recommended him to several people who have noticed my weight loss and asked how I did it. If anyone has any questions for an "old banster" please let me know. I am not an expert, but I can certainly tell you how it was for me. For those just starting the journey, remember the band is just a tool. You have to be ready to do the work so that it can do its job! Good luck to you all. Terri:clap2:

I have been regurging almost every night no matter what I eat or when, and On top of that, I don't seem to have much restriction any more. Has anyone had this happen to them? I called my doc's office and they said it sounds like I need a slight un-fill, but wouldn't that cause even less restriction? In put and ideas, please!! Thanks, Terri:help:

I am in Conway and was banded 2 years ago. I used Dr. Welborn and think he and his staff are GREAT! I would be happy to answer any questions about a "two year old band," my experiences, or anything anyone else needs to know! Terri

I went and had some of my fill removed yesterday (it helped the regurg last nite) but my Dr. wants me to have the upper GI servies to see if I have a hiatial hernia! Maybe we are twins! I'm not sure what to do either. This is very upsetting and I don't know what to do. I'll keep you posted and you do the same! Thanks. Terri

I am so glad I found this thread! Green, you could be telling my story! Regurg almost every night, choaking on acid, sore throat, messy sheets, and no feeling of restriction. I called my doc today and made appt for an unfill. I feel better now knowing that it is not anything more drastic! I was afraid I would have to have my band removed. Thanks! Terri

I have been banded for over two years and have awful reflux! I regurg about every night regardless of what I eat or when. I also suddenly seem to have little or no restriction. The doc's office says I sound like need a slight unfill, but I don't want even less restriction. Does anyone have any ideas? I would really appreciate input from anyone who has had a similar problem. Thanks!

Im so glad to hear that I am not the only one that this is happening to!! I was afraid that I had caused this to happen by doing something wrong. I am sooo tired of waking up in the night with slime all over me and my sheets. I have called the dr but I don't feel that I am too tight. Has anyone noticed if there is anything in particular that you eat that makes it worse? Mine seem to happen when I have some Coke (flat, of course) Thanks so much! Terri

It has been almost two years since I was banded and I have developed a weird skin "thing." It bagan on my hands, and has now started to appear at different spots on my entire body. The spots start out looking like blisters that itch. Then they dry up and leave small scars. Could this be an allergy to one of the components of the band? If anyone has any ideas PLEASE let me know. I'm at a loss. Thanks Terri

Thanks so much! If you could find out what it is called I would really appreciate it!

Wheetsin: They leave little scars where they have been. Sounds like you may know what I mean! Help! I know we aren't pros, but experience is a great teacher. Terri