Relieved that my GES came back normal, but food gets stuck in my stomach above the band and in my esophagus.

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Gastric Emptying Study showed my stomach is emptying within normal parameters with one abnormal result: Immediately after consuming 4 oz eggbeaters and one piece of toast (no crust) and jam followed by 4 oz Water, the first picture showed the food backed up in my esophagus! The time they gave me to eat the food was 10 min, I ate half in 10 min, felt like I was done and the tech came back and told me to eat the rest of the eggs and another half piece of toast.

So what does this mean? The GI doctor says I have mild gastroparesis, but isn't sure why food is getting backed up, especially since my band has been empty (EGD showed stoma open 12/6/12). I'm more confused than ever. I'm to stay on the amitiza for Constipation and on the low fiber/low residue diet (which has helped, I'm able to eat) for two more weeks, then make an appt for follow up.

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Have they done an upper GI? There's a number of things that can go wrong with your esophagus that GES won't necessarily show.

I hope they figure it out, I'd be frustrated as heck in your shoes.

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Thanks Missy, I've put my history on my blog. Yes, had EGD in December. I am very frustrated. I'm thankful that my GI doc is exploring every option before recommending band removal/revision.

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Thanks Missy, I've put my history on my blog. Yes, had EGD in December. I am very frustrated. I'm thankful that my GI doc is exploring every option before recommending band removal/revision.

Does your esophagus show any abnormalities? Like polyps or lesions in the lining?

I hate to even ask this, but have they done any sort of tissue biopsy to make sure there isn't something going on?

I really hope they get to the bottom of it. If it is the band causing it, let's be honest, that's a lot easier to fix and less serious than some of the other options.

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Does your esophagus show any abnormalities? Like polyps or lesions in the lining?

I hate to even ask this, but have they done any sort of tissue biopsy to make sure there isn't something going on?

I really hope they get to the bottom of it. If it is the band causing it, let's be honest, that's a lot easier to fix and less serious than some of the other options.

All of the above, biopsies, etc...more confused than ever

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All of the above...more confused than ever

Wow... it does sound like the band then.

I know you don't want to have your band removed or revise to another WLS, but look at the bright side: You can have the band removed and revise to a new surgery (if you choose). Your problem is then gone as well as your risk for future issues as a result of esophageal irritation and reflux. That is a A LOT better and easier to "fix" than something far more sinister and unrelated to the band, you know?

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Wow... it does sound like the band then.

I know you don't want to have your band removed or revise to another WLS, but look at the bright side: You can have the band removed and revise to a new surgery (if you choose). Your problem is then gone as well as your risk for future issues as a result of esophageal irritation and reflux. That is a A LOT better and easier to "fix" than something far more sinister and unrelated to the band, you know?

Yes...if I revise, it will be to VSG. My husband is afraid of this, but his only comfortable options are another band or nothing. I can't do malabsorption due to other issues. We're still trying to figure this out. My GI doctor didn't think the band was at fault, but will be interesting to hear what he has to say in two weeks.

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Well I'll keep you in my prayers that you get good news- they figure out the source of the problem and fixing it doesn't require the loss of your band.

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Thanks, I appreciate that.