2 days banded - even sips of water BURN

[Lynn Snyder 0]

I was banded 9/20. Most things are going well my incisions are a bit sore, but not too uncomfortable. I haven't had any nausea (except for the barium Fluid they had me drink for the swallow test - NASTY!). However, even when I take a sip of Water, it BURNS - feels like extremely intense heartburn. It hurt so bad to try to swallow the liquid pain killer my Dr. ordered for the hospital and post-hospital, I've opted to just go without. Anybody else have experience with this -- how long should it be before I can swallow pain-free? (I'm on clear liquid diet - just trying to get down water and diluted juice at this point.)

[MelindaH 3]

I was banded 9/20. Most things are going well my incisions are a bit sore, but not too uncomfortable. I haven't had any nausea (except for the barium Fluid they had me drink for the swallow test - NASTY!). However, even when I take a sip of Water, it BURNS - feels like extremely intense heartburn. It hurt so bad to try to swallow the liquid pain killer my Dr. ordered for the hospital and post-hospital, I've opted to just go without. Anybody else have experience with this -- how long should it be before I can swallow pain-free? (I'm on clear liquid diet - just trying to get down Water and diluted juice at this point.)

Hi, Lynn,

I am not qualified to say if it is normal or not, b ut would like to encourage you to check in with your surgeon's office before the weekend.

I hope you feel better soon. Keep sipping. All the best to you on your journey to good health.

Melinda

[Corrigan 75]

I was banded 9/20. Most things are going well my incisions are a bit sore, but not too uncomfortable. I haven't had any nausea (except for the barium Fluid they had me drink for the swallow test - NASTY!). However, even when I take a sip of Water, it BURNS - feels like extremely intense heartburn. It hurt so bad to try to swallow the liquid pain killer my Dr. ordered for the hospital and post-hospital, I've opted to just go without. Anybody else have experience with this -- how long should it be before I can swallow pain-free? (I'm on clear liquid diet - just trying to get down Water and diluted juice at this point.)

If it's in your throat, it's probably from the intubation device, and it'll go away in a few days but if it's behind your breastbone you probably should

contact your physician.

[bromo 17]

This sounds like something you definitely need to check with your physician about.

[BUCNURSE 0]

I was banded 9/20. Most things are going well my incisions are a bit sore, but not too uncomfortable. I haven't had any nausea (except for the barium Fluid they had me drink for the swallow test - NASTY!). However, even when I take a sip of Water, it BURNS - feels like extremely intense heartburn. It hurt so bad to try to swallow the liquid pain killer my Dr. ordered for the hospital and post-hospital, I've opted to just go without. Anybody else have experience with this -- how long should it be before I can swallow pain-free? (I'm on clear liquid diet - just trying to get down water and diluted juice at this point.)

[BUCNURSE 0]

HI I WAS BANDED ON AUG 25 AND liquids ALSO BOTHERED ME, MY DOCTOR SAID IT WAS FROM THE TRAUMA OF SURGERY AND SWELLING. IT LASTED ABOUT 5 DAYS I FOUND THAT WARM LIQUIDS WENT DOWN MUCH EASIER. YOU SHOULD ALSO BE ABLE TO START ON YOUGART WHICH WENT DOWN VERY NICELY BUT BE SURE THERE ARE NO fruit PIECES. I ALSO ADD A TEASPOON OR SO OF UNFLAVORED Protein Powder TO THE YOUGART. AT THIS POINT I FORGET TO EAT AND DRINK BECAUSE I AM NOT HUNGRY AND food IS NO LONGER ON MY MIND .IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO GET YOUR Protein AND LIQUIDS AND BE SURE NOT TO GET DEHYDRATED. GOOD LUCK.

[BaileyRose 13]

Hi. This happened to me as well. Then it became difficult for me to swallow anything. Did your surgeon put Fluid in the band when he placed it? my surgeon left 2 cc's in my band during surgery and I had so much post op swelling that I couldn't swallow. I went in the next day and he took the fluid out and I was immediately better. Sounds like you need to call your surgeon.

[JinTx 19]

I was banded yesterday and it doesnt burn but when I drink or eat Jello my chest hurts. Like pressure type hurt. I dont know if Im gulping or what. I am calling my surgeon tomorrow. When i stand up it stops. I am hoping its just from trauma/swelling.

[cakegirl 12]

I had the same thing from the intubation. Drinking the liquid pain killer hurt so much I was literally crying - and I'm not a crybaby at all usually! Like you, I just opted to go without because I couldn't stand the pain of drinking it. It went away soon enough though

[Lynn Snyder 0]

Well - thanks to all who answered my questions. I contacted my surgeon on Friday afternoon, and she had me come into the office. They removed 3.5 cc of saline from the band (so now I know for certain what it will feel like to have a fill injection). I immediately felt MUCH better. The burn and pressure behind my breastbone disappeared almost immediately. By the way - the fill was not too bad - less then having a blood test for certain, and having her remove Fluid from the port 4 days post surgery has to hurt more than later on, since I'm bruised and swollen at the port site.

Now, I am a bit apprehensive about my first appointment with fill (October 8). I'm hoping that the pressure and burn was only from the trama of surgery - and that this isn't how the actual band will feel when the fill is returned.

What a journey I have embarked upon. Now the hardest part - now that there is no pain - my brain keeps on telling me "it's OK -- just have a small bowl of scrambled eggs -- you'll do just fine." Post-op instructions are to remain on Clear Liquids for one week - then full liquids for another week. Hope my willpower will hang in there. There seems to be so many options on what to eat when with post-op. Some posts state that they have been allowed to eat "real" food prior to surgery - my Dr. allows only Protein shakes. Some speak of eating "soft" foods post-op. I'm thinking it's better to err on the conservative side, which I am certain is what my Dr. wants.

I return to work on Monday - hope that goes well.

[Corrigan 75]

Well - thanks to all who answered my questions. I contacted my surgeon on Friday afternoon, and she had me come into the office. They removed 3.5 cc of saline from the band (so now I know for certain what it will feel like to have a fill injection). I immediately felt MUCH better. The burn and pressure behind my breastbone disappeared almost immediately. By the way - the fill was not too bad - less then having a blood test for certain, and having her remove Fluid from the port 4 days post surgery has to hurt more than later on, since I'm bruised and swollen at the port site.

Now, I am a bit apprehensive about my first appointment with fill (October 8). I'm hoping that the pressure and burn was only from the trama of surgery - and that this isn't how the actual band will feel when the fill is returned.

What a journey I have embarked upon. Now the hardest part - now that there is no pain - my brain keeps on telling me "it's OK -- just have a small bowl of scrambled eggs -- you'll do just fine." Post-op instructions are to remain on Clear liquids for one week - then full liquids for another week. Hope my willpower will hang in there. There seems to be so many options on what to eat when with post-op. Some posts state that they have been allowed to eat "real" food prior to surgery - my Dr. allows only Protein shakes. Some speak of eating "soft" foods post-op. I'm thinking it's better to err on the conservative side, which I am certain is what my Dr. wants.

I return to work on Monday - hope that goes well.

With all the time, trouble and money you've spent on this journey, you certainly are strong enough to resist the pangs of of a little hunger so as not

to jeopardize your surgery before its had time to heal. Grit your teeth, eat a Popsicle and three weeks will be gone before you know it. It's not easy,

but really important things seldom are.