question about regurgitating....

[JA4602 0]

at night i was getting these terrible reflux/regurgitation episodes...not sure why,im not too tight b.c i can eat during the day no real problem, was once too tight i know what that feels like...anywho...so if i eat or drink anything after 6 at night, i am up regurgitating for hours...last night i had some Water at about 7, mistake, b.c i woke up chocking with Fluid, which i assume is the water coming up into my mouth and out my nose!!!! i guess bc. i was choking...anyone else have this? i am so mad about this b.c next month is me and dh anniversary and wanted to go out to eat, but i cant! or else i will have a terrible night! anyone have similar stories or words of wisdom

[IndioGirl55 32]

at night i was getting these terrible reflux/regurgitation episodes...not sure why,im not too tight b.c i can eat during the day no real problem, was once too tight i know what that feels like...anywho...so if i eat or drink anything after 6 at night, i am up regurgitating for hours...last night i had some Water at about 7, mistake, b.c i woke up chocking with Fluid, which i assume is the Water coming up into my mouth and out my nose!!!! i guess bc. i was choking...anyone else have this? i am so mad about this b.c next month is me and dh anniversary and wanted to go out to eat, but i cant! or else i will have a terrible night! anyone have similar stories or words of wisdom

Have you told your doc about this - do you take any acid reflux meds???

I don't have acid reflux but have read where some do - I suggest talking to your doctor...

[shortgal 5]

If you can eat during the day but get tighter at night, that is your pattern. In order for that to change, you might have to accept a small unfill and be careful of overeating during the day.

Even a very small unfill can make a difference. Reflux is not fun, it hurts and if the band is tight (even if it's just at night) that is not a good thing for the band or your esphogus.

Are you eating softer foods during the day and that's why food goes down earlier in the day? Are you eating solid Protein at night?

[gkeyt 0]

The only other possibility I can think of, besides needing a small unfill, is if you have a new hiatal hernia. Whatever the cause, any reflux is a reason to go see your band surgeon ASAP. Reflux in banded people is usually a sign that something is wrong, and most often it's too much fill, even though you have times when you don't feel restricted. Your band surgeon can sort out the reason for your reflux, but don't delay in seeing him/her.

good luck!

[Oregondaisy 2,021]

You are too tight. I had that same problem. I got a slight unfill and it stopped the problem I agree with everyone else.

You need to call your doctor and tell him about this. This is not normal. Like the others said, even the smallest amount taken out can make a huge difference.

[Marimaru 7]

If this started out of no where, you definitely need to get unfilled and have everything checked out. It doesn't happen for no reason.

[kacee 3]

You could very likely be too tight and need a slight unfill. I have reflux periodically and I know it is because I am borderline too tight. Regardless of your fill you will always have a variable restriction through the day. I went for three days barely being able to keep anything down and then I had one evening where I had no problem at all whatsoever. I think it is the nature of the beast. If you are too uncomfortable tho, I would suggest maybe a slight unfill.

[Oregondaisy 2,021]

If this started out of no where, you definitely need to get unfilled and have everything checked out. It doesn't happen for no reason.

I don't know about a complete unfill because I am not a dr. but you definitely need to tell you dr. I agree that this doesn't happen for no reason.

Don't risk complications. Make an appointment to see your doctor.

[kjojojr 0]

at night i was getting these terrible reflux/regurgitation episodes...not sure why,im not too tight b.c i can eat during the day no real problem, was once too tight i know what that feels like...anywho...so if i eat or drink anything after 6 at night, i am up regurgitating for hours...last night i had some Water at about 7, mistake, b.c i woke up chocking with Fluid, which i assume is the water coming up into my mouth and out my nose!!!! i guess bc. i was choking...anyone else have this? i am so mad about this b.c next month is me and dh anniversary and wanted to go out to eat, but i cant! or else i will have a terrible night! anyone have similar stories or words of wisdom

I have the same problem with fluid coming out of my nose and mouth at night. It's weird cause I will be in a deep sleep and I will wake up choking on all this fluid coming out. It happens probably 2 to 3 times a week . I don't know what causes it and why. But I choke and cough every time it happens. Not alot of fun, is it.

[Wheetsin 714]

If it's just Water -- hmm. But if what you're choking on is acidy - burns your throat, leaves you with a taste of vomit in your mouth, etc. then you're not choking on water. Do you, in either your band or your stomach, feel particulary full/stuffed before you lay down when this happens? Or do you feel empty/hungry?

[Oregondaisy 2,021]

I did that when I was too tight. I had a very slight unfill and it's never happened since. I agree. It was horrible.

[Wheetsin 714]

You might want to start a separate thread for subsequent questions -- you'll get more attention that way.

Acid reflux is usually described as something like, "Woke up and caught myself throwing up."

Being stuck is usually associated with pressure, or pain (referred and local), and sometimes the sensation of needing to burp but not being able to. Most people feel it slightly different from everyone else, though.

You eat between your ribs? :cursing:

[kjojojr 0]

I was just hoping to find someone else that has gone through this. It is just weird and scary to wake up choking on Water and saliva. It's not vomit at all. I cough alot, also when this happens. Still love my band tho. Just wanting to understand why this happens.

[shortgal 5]

Almost every time I read about reflux/ regurgitation the person eventually discovers the band is too tight and they need a SLIGHT unfill.

[Oregondaisy 2,021]

If you get a slight unfill, it will stop happening. It's dangerous to be too tight. This is your band's way of telling you there is a problem. Call your

doctor!