Lap band tight in morning, Please research this procedure thoroughly before having it done.
Honestly, this has been the most uncomfortable experience of my life. I would never recommend this procedure to anyone. The side effects are horrendous and someday I will have it removed. I am 14K in debt and would like to lose the 100 pounds first and find an alternative before I have other band related heatlh problems. Having said that I was desperate and do not know how I would have lost the weigh otherwise. I can not drink or eat for the first 4 hours out of each day. II feel dehydrated most of the time and can't get enough liquids. I found a post on another web sit I would like to share because it really helped me deal with the morning tightness. It was a recommendation from a doctor to his patient. The only recommendation my doctor has is to loosen the band($175) then readjust later ($175) No Way. On a positive note I have lost 40 pounds in 4 months, but can't get enough protein to sustain energy level to exercise.
First the post doctor said not to eat three hours before bedtime. This was pretty much impossible for me, as I couldn't eat until about 3 in the afternoon for the first time, so dinner was about 7, then I go to bed at 9. So he suggested talking a short walk, 10-15 minutes, or drinking a lot of water before bed. The reason for this is that when we go to bed after eating, some of our meal has not had the chance to make it's way through our band. So when we get up in the morning, it is still there. So when we eat, or drink something, it is blocked with last night's food. The walking or the water help to flush the band, and leave it empty and ready for breakfast in the morning.
Second, he said that sinus problems are a big issue. People with post nasal drip will continue to have that thick mucus run down the back of their throat all night, so when they get up in the morning, the band is plugged with snot. Gross I know, but helpful to know. He suggested seeing a doctor for help with the post nasal drip and drinking ho****er first thing to help loosen the snot and get it moving.
Finally, he said that espresso does not work so well with the band for some people. He said coffee is fine, so it is not the caffeine, but for some reason, espresso, especially in the morning, might make the band tighter.
Sure enough, I decided, rather than getting an unfill immediately to try these things for a day or two, and it worked terrific. I still am tighter in the morning, but I can drink slowly and often eat a little. I was trying espresso, to first thing when I woke up, now I have hot tea. I am taking sudafed regularly, which really helps, though I hope to find a more permanent solution, as sudafed gets expensive. And I drink 32 ounces of water every night sitting in bed. I know, I know, I do get up and use the bathroom, but I would rather do that then PB. The water at night and not eating so close to bedtime has really made a big difference for me. And I am sure that I am drinking enough water that way also.
Yoga; it helps to redefine physical space as one loses weight, which is an essential piece of reclaiming your bodies. Swimming is also a great form of physical activity for those with joint problems, and it is something one can do with children or families. Exercise is cumulative and it all adds up so every little bit counts!
Do not eat 5-6 hours before an adjustment; the whole process is more visible on an empty stomach.
We prefer fills in the middle of the day as most of us are naturally tight in the morning and loose at night so middle of the day is a good average picture of general restriction.
Don't ever let anyone attempt to unsuccessfully access your port more than 3 times! It is the good old three ***** rule, if they can't find it in three needle sticks save yourself the frustration of a possible tubing puncture or port damage by leaving - quickly!
A single serving size cup of applesauce sometimes gives a better picture of restriction than water because of the viscosity of applesauce.
This helped me and hopefully it will help you if you are having the same problem.
Goodspeed, Susan
Susan,
I had a ring called gastroplasty which was similar to the LapBand and I ended up gaining all my weight back because I couldn't eat "Good Food" or I threw up. The only thing that would go down was sugar or chips, ice cream, things that dissolve so I just had a revision to the RNY and I thank God every single day. I can eat all the good stuff I want and if I eat sugar or starch, I get nauseous. I have already lost over 70 pounds. I would recommend you asking your doctor to do a revision. You won't be sorry.
Hugs,
Esther
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