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Thank you for your thoughts. My situation is complicated. I had my band put in 2010; about a year after that, I received a letter from the clinic stating that my surgeon was no longer seeing weight loss patients. I was doing ok, so I did nothing.
About 17 months ago I started having issues with my gall bladder, pain and lots of vomiting. I tried to wait to see my PCP, as it was the holidays, but I ended up in the hospital and a day later they took out that pesky gall bladder. I thought after surgery life would return to normal, not so. The vomiting continued. I went back to the ED and was told nothing was wrong other than a little dehydration. So they gave me fluids, a prescription for vomiting and sent me on my way. So I though, ok I am just being a hypochondriac.
During the next ten months I tried to suck it up. The vomiting continued, so much so I ended up giving myself a ventral hernia. A few weeks ago I ended up in my PCP’s office for a regular appointment. I told her what was going on and showed her my hernia. She said she was concerned about my band and referred me to a surgeon. It took me a few weeks to get an appointment (the appt is 3/9/15) so I am just careful. Besides all this vomiting, I have these coughing spells in the evening when I sit down to watch TV; one of those spells is what has led me to this very painful port. I know I need to see the surgeon, but I am concerned he will say there is nothing wrong and send me on my way making me feel like a wimp.
Fractured tubing etc would cause a loss of saline and so loss of all restriction.
if in doubt, always ask your doctor but soreness after a coughing fit sounds like you have pulled something and so that shouid settle after a couple of days.
Highest 290, Banded - 248 Lowest 139 (too thin!). Comfort zone 155-165.
Happily banded since May 2006. Regain of 28lbs 2013-14. ALL GONE!
But some has returned! Up to 175, argh! Off we go again,
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After having a "coughing spell" the area around my port is very sore. I have to use my hand and splint the area if I need to cough. Thoughts?
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Vomiting unfortunately is Common with the band, After a certain period of time Scar tissue develops under and around the band causing some of the problems that you describe.
PAIN however is NOT normal, Personally I would go to the ER. Please make sure they have a strong Bariatric component affiliate. SO that IF the ER personnel doesn't know what to do with you or your band at least they can consult with a Bariatric Surgeon.
Here is a list of Bariatric Doctors that may be able to help if any of them are close to where you are in Florida.
FLORIDA
Dr. Raul J. Rosenthal MD
2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, Weston, FL 33331
Dr Michael Baptista
9471 Baymeadows Road, Jacksonville, FL 32256
Dr. Moses K. Shieh, DO
http://www.surgicalhealingarts.com
Surgical Healing Arts Center6150 Diamond Centre Ct Suite 1300
Fort Myers, FL 33912
Patrick W. Domkowski MD13837 Us Highway 1, Sebastian, FL 32958(772) 581-8003
And When you get home here is a list of Surgeon you may be able to see again, If they are in your area.
Michael J. Nusbaum M.D.
200 South Orange Avenue, Livingston, NJ 07039
Alexander Abkin MD
83 Hanover Road #190, Florham Park, NJ 07932
Jeffrey W Strain MD
350 Engle St, Englewood, NJ 07631
(201) 277-5534
Dr. Ahmed F. Attia D.O.
2950 College Dr, Vineland, NJ 08360
856) 362-5259
Dr. Samuel H. Wasser M.D.
Virtua Surgical Specialists, 401 Young Avenue, Suite 320 Moorestown, NJ, 08057 (856) 291-8920
Dr. Mehta
78 Easton Avenue, 3rd Floor New Brunswick, NJ 08901 (732) 745-0999http://mehtaobesitycenter.com/meet-dr-mehta/
Dr. Samir Patel, MD
Atlanticare Physician Group 2500 English Creek Ave Suite BLDG80 Egg Harbor Township, NJ 082341-888-569-1000
http://www.atlanticarepg.com/
I hope this helps.
Not being in the US, I am not going to suggest where to go or who to see. But don't wait until the end of March.
Stay on very soft foods and liquids until you can see a doctor and don't risk having meds dissolve above the band. They are designed to dissolve in the stomach and can cause extreme irritation if they dissolve at the base of the oesophagus, so making things worse. And, of course, f you bring them back up, you risk being under or over-medicated depending on if you leave it or take more.
Highest 290, Banded - 248 Lowest 139 (too thin!). Comfort zone 155-165.
Happily banded since May 2006. Regain of 28lbs 2013-14. ALL GONE!
But some has returned! Up to 175, argh! Off we go again,
MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE FOR TODAY...... The secret of health for both mind and body is not to mourn for the past, nor to worry about the future, but to live the present moment wisely and earnestly. - The Buddha
GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CAN NOT CHANGE; COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS THAT I CAN; AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE !!!! THIS IS MY DAILY PRAYER.
Vivian Prouty Obesity Help Support Group Coach "LOSE IT 4 LIFE"
You need to be seen by someone soon. The ER may be the best option, but it probably wouldn't hurt to call the local bariatic surgeons and ask if they can help you. Having a too tight band can cause damage to your stomach. So please don't let this continue for long. I agree about finding another Dr. in your area that you trust.
Good luck!
Amy
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