Hey everyone. I'm now 3 weeks post surgery, and I know they told me prior to surgery to not use NSAIDS (ie Advil, Naproxen, aspirin, etc.). Do you think it's ok if I take some now?? I had my monthly friend come today and my arthritis has been acting up. Advil/Ibuprofen works so much better for this kind of pain then Tylenol. ???‰

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They tell you not to before surgery because they are blood thinners.

Unless you were specifically told you can't post surgery for some reason, then yes, you can.

My surgeon will still not allow me to take them. The are more irritating to the stomach and the band. They suggest Tylenol but for me that doesn't work well so if you need to take I would suggest you use sparingly, they do make liquid motrin in child dosage and it goes through quicker but you have to take more. In the beginning I used a lot of liquid meds so not to irritate my band. I also got in trouble with my surgeon because of my pulmonary doc putting me on prednisone for acute bronchitis during that first year. Another med very irritating to the band.

Thanks Diane and Missy. I know they said it irritates the band and I already have stomach issues related to using Advil excessively for years. I'll make sure I only use it when I'm really hurting.

My doctor said NO. Yes they can damage your stomach lining. Also prolonged use of NSAIDS has been linked to strokes. I had a stroke at 39!!! After using a Perscription strength NSAID for a year. I still think it was a major cause of my stroke.

my dr said no to nsaids pre and post op

and to use tylenol

i would suggest listening t your dr on their instructions and call and ask them if its

ok as they are the ones who know you and your band life best (besides you)

congrats on your surgery