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Is it normal to have pain in the throat after surgery? It seems to go away when I swallow, but the rest of the time it is thier and very uncomfortable. How long will this last? Thanks.

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I just posted a question yesterday in regards to pressure in the throat. I had my second fill last week and now have restriction, I am noticing a little pressure in my throat glands and sometimes have minor sinus or headache pain. I don't believe I am coming down with a cold. It makes sence to me that these areas are all connected, eyes, ears, nose, throat but I am not a doctor. I have read on other threads that sinus colds can be problemsome to the band. I remember when I wore heavy glasses even, my sinus would give me problems. Hope to read more on this topic, feedback always appreciated and interesting.

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I was just banded last Wednesday and also feel the same kind of pressure. It's not connected with my eating or drinking, though...it's just there every once in a while. I've heard this is normal. Anyone else have this?

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Pressure or a golfball feeling in the throat is totally normal, some people say that's what their restriction feels like.

I think the OP is probably referring to the sore throat you get are surgery from the breathing tube. It goes away in a few days, and is totally normal.

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Hi, I am a nurse who works in intensive care and hopefully will be banded in the new year. It is normal to feel a sore throat for up to a week after surgery, from the breathing tube that was inserted during the anaesthetic. It might feel a little scratchy too.

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Greeneyes is right, its from the breathing tube that they put in you during surgery. I had it too for about 2 -3 weeks. It helps if you gargle with warm salt Water. Try it, it really helps.

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