maudeispam 2 Posted December 29, 2005 I have always had a problem with retaining Fluid, but up until about a month ago it seemed to stop. Now low and behold the fluid is back. I spoke to my surgeon at my last visit and he didn't seem to concerned. However he did say people retain fluid if their body's are sparse in the Protein department. I have upped my protein intake and I am still retaining the fluid. I am following up with my regular doc next week. I will keep you all posted. Anyone else having problems with fluid/water retention post banding? How did you resolve this problem? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iluvharleys 15 Posted December 29, 2005 Drink more water! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
banded_for_life 2 Posted December 29, 2005 Watch your sodium intake...that really causes me to retain Water.< /p> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leatha_g 4 Posted December 29, 2005 My Fluid retention/swelling problems virtually disappeared post band.. Hallelujah! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maudeispam 2 Posted December 29, 2005 Thanks for the comments ladies. I have virtually lived on a low sodium/ salt free diet since my highschool days. I always had high blood pressure up until I was banded. My BP is still under control by diet and exercise. I did have some blood work drawn a couple weeks ago and the doc said my sodium levels were actually low. Go figure. I am mystified! LOL. Thanks again! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
