JackieH

Have any of you been told that ibuprofen should only be used occasionally with a LAP-BAND®? Seems I remember this stated but I can't find info on it.

Have any of you been told that ibuprofen should only be used occasionally with a LAP-BAND®? Seems I remember this stated but I can't find info on it.

I have flown with the band. I suffered no ill effects whatsoever. So I think you can stop worrying!

I know what you mean about fearing a fill. I just got my first fill yesterday. I have been and still am afraid I will get something stuck in my esophagus. I plan to call the doctor's office with any and all problems. Try to stick to safe foods (ones that go down easily) for a few days and gradually expand to other foods - that way you will know what is okay for you to eat. Hang in there. I am in the same situation but I am glad I finally got the fill. I am motivated to lose more weight. Just keep your goals uppermost in your mind. Good luck! JackieH

Sure cure for constipation - Milk of Magnesia. It will sure get things going!

For those of you having problems with the lapband, here's another story. I was scheduled to have lap band surgey on 7-23-08. My insurance does not cover this procedure under any circumstances. Therefore I prepaid the entire cost of $15,000. As I was lying on the gurney with my IV going and awaiting the surgeon - he finally arrived late for my surgery. He told me I had been rejected for this surgery. The anesthesiologist found an electrolyte imbalance that is unacceptable for elective surgery. I was crushed. So anyway, you guys remember that you are lucky to have the opportunity to have the surgery even with the other problems you encounter from the whole business. Thanks for listening, Jackie

I am JackieH - and I am getting banded July 23rd. I do no have any pre-op liquid regimin except clear liquids the day prior to surgery. I don't understand why some doctors want you to do this and others not. Any ideas?