Gas, Reflux, Or What?

[feliciadawn 22]

I have been banded about 1 month, just started regular foods this past Friday. Since I started regular food, I sometimes get this lump/bubble in my throat (or maybe esophogas?) Everything is going down fabulously, no stuck episodes and no vomiting, but this is getting really annoying. It feels like gas, and if I have a "real" burp, the kind from deep in your stomach, (gross, I know..sorry) it goes away for a while. I'm assuming it's gas, but worried it's reflux. It seems worse at night when laying down. Anyone else have this? I emailed my doctors, but thought I'd post here too.

thanks!

[cgmc 0]

Please let me know what your Dr. says. I have the same problem.

[vickieb1013 0]

You know I am 1 month post opt and I am having that same issue. It is like poprocks (the candy) but it is in my stomach and throat..

[feliciadawn 22]

I talked to my doctor today, he said it is normal. He said gas gets trapped in the band, and also it could be slightly inflamed and is still healing. He said drinking while eating can make it worse, and to make sure I am chewing and chewing and chewing. Anyway, it's a relief to know it's normal!