sinus and too tight

Hopes place · August 17, 2006

Hi,

I was having the worst time with my band for over a week, not keeping anything down, and was considering getting a total unfil. Went to Dr. Speigels office and his PA was wonderful. She xrayed me and said my band was not to tight but I told her I had been having terrible sinus attacks and she said that was the problem. The mucus gets caught in the band and closes it up. Who would have "thuck it"....I did get a small unfill because I was so scared and I am glad I did.

Just thought this might help someone who has had a tight band along with a cold or sinus.

biker grammy · August 17, 2006

I have the same doctor. I love his PA. she is great. Takes her time unlike the Doctor. I was band on May 19 06. I hope you are feeling better. I live in the Humble area. Whar part of town are you from?

Have a great Day.

Suzanne.

LapBandit · August 18, 2006

Wow, that is amazing. My restriction has been all over the place and I was blaming the heat. But, I have terrible sinus problems too so perhaps that's my problem??? Very interesting, thanks for sharing!

pigpurple · August 20, 2006

I am having my operation on the 21st of Sept. I have post nasal drip at night. Could that cause a problem? Should I tell my Dr. before the operation?

Bill

LapBandit · August 20, 2006

I wouldn't think it would cause any major problems at all, but definately mention it to your doctor and anethesiologist to be safe. Wow, Sept. 21 will be here shortly...good luck!!

leatha_g · August 20, 2006

Post nasal drip has definitely been blamed for band issues. I would mention it.

LapBandit · August 20, 2006

Post nasal drip has definitely been blamed for band issues. I would mention it.

What issues has it caused? I have the same problem so I'm curious what might happen. Thanks.

pigpurple · August 21, 2006

Thanks for the feedback

leatha_g · August 21, 2006

What issues has it caused? I have the same problem so I'm curious what might happen. Thanks.

I recall having people tell me their docs said their recent sinus infections/problems had contributed to their band being much tighter all the sudden and that mucous plugs had caused them some problems as well. Nothing un-fixable, just inconvenient and curiously annoying.