More Fill Problems

KarenB · June 15, 2005

But I think we caught this one in time.

As many of you know, I had a fill on May 27th. Dr. Martinez was on the consevative side knowing I've had fill problems in the past. The 1st 2 weeks it felt like nothing. Then I made a poor choice & PB'd. Went on liquids immediately for 1 day, felt very tight when I resumed eating but I thought it was from that time of the month. Anyway, it was getting worse & worse although I could eat some solids at night so I thought it was getting beter. I think stress could have contributed also, cause my husband is really not doing well & will probably be hospitalized tomorrow or Thursday.

Since this weekend it's actually started hurting even when drinking & forget about trying to eat. I called Dr. Martinez today. He told me the following: 1) Maalox or Pepto (hate Pepto) 2 TBSP. 4X/day. Very important to coat the esophogus. 2) Only liquids for 1 week. Slimfast is fine, so not Clear Liquids only, but nothing thick. 3) Crush ALL pills. Anything extended release, call the doctor & find a replacement. I'm o.k. w/all meds except Wellbutrin, have to find out tommorow if there's a plain one, not XR or XL to take. Otherwise I have to go without for a week. I have to call him in a week & let him know how I'm doing (of course before if something is worse, but I doubt it cause I'm already feeling better from the Maalox & that lovely liquid pain med I stil have a little of.)

So, that's my story, thought it might be helpful in case anyone else starts to go through the same thing.

La_madam · June 15, 2005

karen, sorry to hear you are not doing too good, but stress can do strange things to your band. just keep doing the liquids, I had the same feeling when I had esophagitis and I did exactly what you are doing . Dr. Martinez gave me the same instructions and it worked and I was better in 2 weeks. Pbing can make your esophagus very irritated.

I hope things get better for your husband , How is Hanna doing? She starts solids this week doesn't she?

gypj · June 15, 2005

Hi Karen,

First, thanks so much for your encouragement and comments about my fill issues. I am so frustrated with fills and jealous of those who manage to find a happy medium.

My prayers and positive thought go to both you and your husband that you will weather this storm. Take care.

Iluvharleys · June 15, 2005

Karen - Glad to hear you are feeling a little better. Like Michelle, I think stress is a really big factor. I know you are going through a lot right now with your DH. Sending you hugs and prayers!

Infaith · June 15, 2005

Karen-So sorry you're having problems. I'm having to start really watching mine too as I don't want it to get as bad as before when I had to have a bit of an unfill. I'm starting back on my aloe vera juice to take care of my throat! You take care lady.