I would not go more than a couple hours not being able to swallow clear liquids/saliva or you will get dehydrated, as you get dehydrated you band gets tighter and it is all downhill from there (been there, done that). I'd try sipping warm tea or taking a break for a little bit, if neither of those help or you start getting weak/dizzy/stop peeing etc go to the ER. You might try calling your doc, he may have other arrangements for emergencies...ERs are typically not real band friendly.

Good luck and keep us updated!

warm liquids in small sips....and if that does not stay down, call your doctor....there has to be an emergency protocol that the office follows for situations just like this!

I also find that when I am stressed out, my band gets tighter....relax...and if it does not get better, then head to the ER (if your DR does not have an emergency line to call)

Try to relax and breathe. Remember your ability to breathe is not impacted by your band being tight. Try to breathe from your belly (deep breathing) not short shallow breaths. Put chapstick on your lips so you don't get too dry and start to lick them (using saliva you don't have right now). Warm water in tiny, tiny sips. Walk or keep upright.

Best of luck; keep in touch.

i agree w/all of the above. my band was too tight for a few days but i didnt know what was wrong at the time! i thought I had done something wrong so i was afraid to tell my Doctor (silly me) i just sipped VERY teeny tiny amounts...a little warm tea, a little italian icee... i was fine in the end :-) but above all else, call your doctor if you feel bad!!!