I was told to discontinue drinking coffee, because they've found that the acid can erode the band. That, in addition to the small ulcers coffee can cause in the pouch.

I'm curious to know how others are dealing with this. Or, if they were even instructed against coffee. I've been SO out of sorts without that little bit in the morning, and tea just doesn't cut it. A couple of days ago I allowed myself a 1/2 cup of coffee (about 4 oz), and it made ALL the difference in the way I feel. Would love some feedback on this.

Hmmm.......designer ibuprofen... I'd like to know what it's cut with, that reduces the negative effects. What is it called? I may need to request some to keep in my arsenal :-)

My Dr. believes the irritation/erosion occurs because the big pill sits up in the stoma.

I'm going to ask my doctor about liquid ibuprofen. But even still, it makes its way into the stomach, and is processed there. With this plication, maybe the rule is a little different. As much as I THOUGHT I learned prior, there are still things I'm learning as I go along. And YES, all the doctors certainly have their own take on this

Oh yeah! I'll bet my coffee can kick your coffee's butt!

I'm right there with ya. Screw that "words of wisdom" crap. Gimmee my caffeine and make it dark roast and bold.

Hot dayumm 2much fun! That's some killer coffee freind...I'll drink to that...lol

I made the switch to decaf and use sugar free creamer. Still has calories, but I use less creamer than I ever did before and just sweeten it up a bit with a packet of Splenda. Just like heaven! Mmmm mmmmm!

I made the switch to decaf and use sugar free creamer. Still has calories, but I use less creamer than I ever did before and just sweeten it up a bit with a packet of Splenda. Just like heaven! Mmmm mmmmm!

I use a small amount of plain Coffeemate powder & Splenda. I know the creamer is like death powder, but I love it! I don't even like the real thing; not as good.

My doctor never even asked if I smoke? I guess cigarettes hurt the band?

My doctor never even asked if I smoke? I guess cigarettes hurt the band?

Yes, they say smoking is killer for the band and bypass. Not sure about the sleeve.

Yes' date=' they say smoking is killer for the band and bypass. Not sure about the sleeve.[/quote']

I wonder if electronic cigarettes are bad too? I am an occasional smoker, but I prefer the electronic kind.

I wonder if electronic cigarettes are bad too? I am an occasional smoker, but I prefer the electronic kind.

I don't know anything about them, other than one of my clients employees was smoking one. But I think the whole point of those is no smoke and nicotine? If that's it, I can't imagine that they would be a problem.

I am sorry but it is true! This smoking thing is HARD for me!! I have gum lifesavers and butterscotch (candy not the other) on my desk and then I see this some one being told NO COFFEE! It is more then a gal can stand on a MONDY!

Have you tried e-cigs? That might be a way to help you. I stopped smoking when I had my tonsils out and used an e-cig for about 6 months or so. It really helped. I can't say the craving is gone, but it's been over 4 years and still smoke free. Hugs!!! We are here for you Hun.

Nicotine slows the healing process. I would be very Leary of a doctor that did not address this. The doctors here make it clear you are not a good candidate for this surgery of you smoke

Nicotine slows the healing process. I would be very Leary of a doctor that did not address this. The doctors here make it clear you are not a good candidate for this surgery of you smoke

I don't know anything about them' date=' other than one of my clients employees was smoking one. But I think the whole point of those is no smoke and nicotine? If that's it, I can't imagine that they would be a problem.[/quote']

Ya, they are smokeless but still have nicotine. I guess I need to just quit altogether. I know I am just smoking because I am using it as a crutch for not eating as much. I can't wait to get some fills to have a satisfied feeling for my hunger!

Ya' date=' they are smokeless but still have nicotine. I guess I need to just quit altogether. I know I am just smoking because I am using it as a crutch for not eating as much. I can't wait to get some fills to have a satisfied feeling for my hunger![/quote']

Not true. I use blu and all their yummy flavors come in 0 nicotine option. I highly reccomend them.

Ya, they are smokeless but still have nicotine. I guess I need to just quit altogether. I know I am just smoking because I am using it as a crutch for not eating as much. I can't wait to get some fills to have a satisfied feeling for my hunger!

I understand the desire to replace the hand to mouth activity. I smoked when I was very young, but thankfully, it never really agreed with me. If it did, I would be a chain smoker