FLYING!

Someone told me that It wasn't  a good idea to fly after bariatriac surgery.  I have my band put in in July and I'm feeling fine, but, supposed to fly to LA next Wed.

Any reason why? I flew after my band surgery and no problems.

However, the change in cabin pressure may make the band tighter - so sip carefully. That's not 100%, but it's more of a could.

My doc told me this...no flying within 48 hours of a fill; be aware that flying or change in altitude can affect the band's tightness for many reasons, be cautious eating and drinking in-flight and post-flight.

Thank you...................I'm flying out on WEdnesday, but, seeing my Dr on Tues night, I definitely won't have a fill done, just to be sure...........If I need one, I'll get it when I come back next week.

I fly a lot! My first post-op long haul flight was at about 10 weeks. No probs at all. or ever since.

People who have surgery in another country usually fly home within a  day or so of the op.

Kate

I fly alot also .. no issues.   I was flying 2 weeks after my surgery with no problem.   I've also flown shortly after an adjustment (the next day in one case).   Never an issue.   I am careful of what I eat in flight - generally I don't eat at all unless its a long flight.   I always get a bottle of water to take with me after I go through security so I don't get dehydrated.