lovecats85 2 Posted January 16, 2006 I have been debating on whether my new fill is too tight. http://www.lapbandtalk.com/showthread.php?t=13740 And last night I was able to eat a little potato salad and a bit of Pasta salad and a few bites of ice cream. I didn't feel any reflux but I woke up this AM with the worst sore throat. How do I tell if it's a sore throat from reflux or just a cold (b/c my nose is kind of stuffed up so maybe I had drainage while I slept). My throat feels raw. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lovecats85 2 Posted January 16, 2006 nevermind! I called Dr Maese's office and they said COME IN AND GET SOME OUT RIGHT NOW. So, off I go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alexandra 55 Posted January 16, 2006 I don't think you can, definitively. When this happens to me I look at all my symptoms and the big question: is anyone else in my house sick? If my kids are sniffly it's a cold. How long does it take to clear up? Be very aggressive about avoiding reflux and see what happens. Don't eat after 5:00 p.m. except for a hot drink at about 7:00. If you have any nasal congestion medicate it (like if you have allergies). If the sore throat clears up through the day and you have no other cold symptoms, it could be reflux. If you have other cold symptoms, or if other people in your house are sick, or if your reflux tactics have no effect after two days, it's probably a cold. Either way, I hope you feel better soon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrishS 3 Posted January 16, 2006 I dont like either one.. So I hope everything will be okay.. Let us know! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
