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sr910    55

sr910
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I searched the forum and couldn't find anything on this topic so I apologize if it's been mentioned before.

First thing in the morning, my sleeve feels really tight. This morning even drinking Water was uncomfortable (and I'm over 8 weeks out!) It seems to get easier throughout the day, but food and liquid just feel awful first thing in the morning.

Anyone else experience this or have any advice?

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ChristineR    128

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I don't have advice but my doc said that other patients found it easier to have a Protein Drink for Breakfast because of the same complaint.

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Ms.AntiBand    2,984

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I used to get this when I was banded and it was actually my esphogus that was causing the problem. Did you have a hernia? Stress can also cause different restrictions regarding the esphogus. Just throwing things out there for you :D

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livingforme2013    17

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I had it really bad with my lapband. That was the big difference I noticed between the 2 procedures... Well that and not puking constantly... I am 6 wks out and noticed that I am having that feeling again of morning tightness... But not as bad. It has just been the last two mornings!

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HappyCat    70

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I get that quite a bit. It helps to drink hot tea to hydrate first thing and it kind of relieves the tightness before trying Proteins. It works for me as I have to take thyroid med on an empty stomach and wait half an hour before eating anything, anyway. I hope it will get better with time... I am 6 1/2 weeks out. :)

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sarsar    824

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2 years out and my sleeve is still tighter in the morning. I still drink a Protein drink every morning for breakfast. I probably could eat a little something but I just don't like to force myself to eat in the morning. I also notice that when I am stressed out my sleeve is tight and that can happen at any time during the day.

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GoldyGirl    186

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I am glad you posted this, I have had the same thing happen. It is hard for Me to eat or even drink a Protein Shake till about 10 am. Even when the doctor wants me to have breakfast sooner. What have y'all found that helps?

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lsereno    2,525

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I had the same issue and even today I have more restriction first thing in the morning and kind of stretch out my breakfast. I stuck with Protein shakes or yogurt shake (greek yogurt, splash of OJ, bigger splash of Water, 2 strawberries and Splenda) till I was 6 months out or more.

Lynda

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nanaspez    58

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I also have that problem. I thought I was crazy, so now I am glad to find out I am not! It is the weirdest feeling. Being lactose intolerant I do not do yogurt but if I could that would be my breakfast! I can not tolerate Protein Drinks in the morning as well. Hopefully this won't last too long!

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