Question:
I was wondering if anyone had tips for post -op lap band (sched 04-08-03)

I will be having laproscopic lap band 04-08-03 and was wondering if anyone who has had this can give me tips on post op food and getting rid of gas ......    — SHelly G. (posted on April 2, 2003)

April 3, 2003
Shelly, I did not have the lap-band, but I did have my RNY laparoscopic. The gas pains were incredible, hard to believe trapped air could be so painful! The surgeon will probably tell you to get up and walk around for a few minutes atleast every hour to prevent blood clots and pneumonia early on. However, this can really help with gas pains as well. My surgeon also recommended milk of magnesia, that helped a little. I really just had to wait it out. Goodluck to you!
   — Lezlie Y.

April 4, 2003
Check out my profile. The best thing I can tell about post op tips is follow your docs instructions, get up and walk(helps with the gas) and drink your water, drink your water, drink your water. AGB 09/30/02 282/235/170
   — Genn2973