I have a question about flying with the lap band. My doctor has recommended that I have some fluid removed before my flight. How much do they normally remove and will they put it all back in at one time when I return? I don't want to have slowly build back up to where I am. I am probably one fill away from being green.

i have been on several flights since getting the band and never had any issues. why would he say to take some out?

It depends on the where you are flying. Usually you are generally ok up to about 6 mls, however some are more sensitive than others.

I'm at 5CCs and getting on a plane to Florida can someone tell me what can happen?

I think the swelling that is normal for your feet and such when you fly also irritates the band a bit. I drink more fluid and eat less until I get to my destinations. I got "stuck "
Once on a long flight and it was not pleasant.
I was much better the next day Now I bring protein bars or some nuts and string cheese to get me there.
Bon voyage

The altitude can affect the band especially long haul.

When flying long haul it is beneficial to have fluids on the flight and if the band is more restricted when landing it is wise to have fluids only for 24 hours.

Hi I'm worried about flying, I'm having a few problems with food getting stuck I've had to had some fuild removed and a due to have a some more put in I'm hopefully gonna have 5 MLS back in my band before I fly will I be ok? Any tips etc

Hi I'm worried about flying, I'm having a few problems with food getting stuck I've had to had some fuild removed and a due to have a some more put in I'm hopefully gonna have 5 MLS back in my band before I fly will I be ok? Any tips etc

I would suggest you have a fill after your holiday especially if you were having trouble before. The band can tighten with flying.
Linsey From Gastric Band Aftercare Wales


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I would have a little, not all removed. When I flew to Hawaii, I had some swelling and suddenly could not swollen anything. Not even water. After 3 complete days of not being able to keep anything down and being severely dehydrated and very weak I ended up in the ER getting two ivs of fluid and an unfill. As soon as they took the fluid out, I gulped down a tons of water. I was Soooo thirsty.


My insurance did not cover it so it ended up costing me over $3,000! After that, I took no chances when it came to flying.

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