Hello, I have had the lap band for about six months now. I went from a size 240 in now I am size 180. I want to get down to 160. This is my first time on here, but feel great to be able to talk to people whom been through, or going through what I am. My problem now is I be very burpy, like I have to strain myself everytime I eat or drink to make myself burp. It is a very uncomfortable feeling, and I dont know why it is happening. Please help thanks. Ms Burpy :smile2:

Hello Ms Burpy & welcome!

Sounds like you've done great with your weightloss so far. As to the burpy, it sounds like you take in too much air. If you use straws, don't.. when you take sips, or swallow food, make an effort not to swallow a mouthful of air along with it.

Sometimes it's just inevitable, I burp when I drink too quick, I assume it's the liquid backing up and gurgling through the band.. so maybe slow down too :smile2:

If you have any other questions, don't hesitate to ask!