sma5062 0 Posted July 12, 2012 Hi all! I am schedulded to be banded on July 26. I have a question. I had my upper GI done this morning and the dr. said I have pretty severe reflux. Is this going to delay surgery? I knew I was having a little indigestion but had no idea it was so bad. I don't go for my pre-op appointment until the 24th. I don't want anything to delay surgery! I start my pre-op diet today. Looking forward to beginning my new banded life! Thanks! Stacey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWgirl 574 Posted July 12, 2012 I can't really answer your question, but I have read a lot on the boards about hernias causing reflux. Did they mention if they thought you had a hernia or not? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sma5062 0 Posted July 12, 2012 The dr didn't say anything about a hernia. She said everything else looked fine. I almost wish I did have a hernia then maybe insurance would help pay because I'm a self pay patient lol. I guess I'll just wait to see if the dr calls me or talk to him at the pre-op appointment. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adorkbl 156 Posted July 12, 2012 My hiatal hernia wasn't diagnosed with an upper GI. They did an EGD to diagnose it. I would ask. If some of your surgery might be covered it is worth a shot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
