I'm a little over a year out from lap band and have had no real problems. However occasionally I have cramping in my stomach like I need to have a bm, but while attempting I get uncontrollable dry heaves (nothing comes up) until the cramping passes. I never had anything like this before lap band. After the cramping subsides I feel perfectly fine. It causes swelling (I'm assuming) in my band and I'm extremely tight the next few days. Any suggestions?

Heavy vomiting or dry heaves can cause your band to slip. The lower stomach convulses violently to expel ingredients in your stomach. The retching can tear the sutures away around the band. You should talk to your doctor asap?

I've been around here for several years and I've never heard of your dilemma before.