sam3841 57 Posted October 13, 2011 I really don't know what to do. This is kind of related to my lap band, but not fully. I have been in so much pain the last 3 days that I can barely do anything. It's all centered in my upper back and whenever I eat anything it gets worse. I had been popping advil or other over the counter pill every 3 hours and that does nothing. The thing is I really want to ask my Dr for real pain pill, I have had pain like this a lot, but I don't know how? Any advice? I just can't wait any longer, I have tried serious stretching but that only relieves the pain for a couple seconds. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rachel412 116 Posted October 13, 2011 Why aren't you talking to your doctor about this? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CheckYes 46 Posted October 13, 2011 Have you tried a chiropractor? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BaileyRose 13 Posted October 13, 2011 Anti inflamatories can cause erosion so I'd be careful with those. I'd call your doctor and schedule an appointment with the chiropractor. Or a massage. I'm on my feet all day, sometimes for 10 hours straight- I'm a hair stylist, and both of those really help me when my back is hurting.hope you get some relief soon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Butterfly Queen 111 3 Posted October 13, 2011 Try placing a heating pad on your shoulders.The pain may be from the gas they use to inflate your belly when they do laproscopic surgery and it really hurts as it moves around in your body.If this doesn' t make it go away after a few days then call the doctor,My back/shoulder pain lingered around about 4-5 weeks after surgery.Don't keep taking the aspirin/pain killers though because you an cause serious damage like band erosion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bodyfixer 15 Posted October 13, 2011 Most likely gall stones - go get an ultrasound Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DonnaMP 13 Posted October 13, 2011 Definately sounds like gallbladder issues. You need to get that checked out. If it results in a lot of vomiting, you'll be at risk of your band slipping. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thatchick_j 7 Posted October 13, 2011 Call your Dr right away. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sam3841 57 Posted October 13, 2011 Hey thanks for all your comments. I actually had a fill scheduled for this morning. As soon as the np put the scoop under she could tell there was a serious problem, she said I was extremely ( sorry for the detail) backed up and that it was pushing on my stomach and band putting pressure on my back. She took over a cc out and I felt so much better. I am just worried now that I won't have good restriction and will gain weight. Anyway she said to take maralax and a probiotoic every day for now on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kyrasgrandma 228 Posted October 14, 2011 you have described the same pain I had with gallstones. Call your doctor and make an appt to see him. oops, just noticed you have been to see your dr. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites