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[c4cathy 12]

got a question. Just got the "Big Lapband book" last week and have almost completed it. !. What is the dumping syndrome? 2. After surgery how do you sleep? I always sleep on my sides. Will I only be able to sleep on one side now because the portal will be on the other side? Will it be like that forever or will you forget it is even there after a while? Thanks to anyone who can answer

[PrettyThick1 1,860]

Not quite sure what the dumping syndrome is - but it's likely PB'ing or drinking after a meal, forcing food into your lower stomach much faster and creating hunger. You will be able to sleep normally after a few weeks with the band. I am a stomach sleeper and was able to go back to that sometime around week 4. As soon as your soreness is gone and you feel no pressure at the port sight, it's safe to sleep any way that is comfortable for you.

I hope this helps!

[GuyMontag 1,264]

Dumping syndrome doesn't apply to Lap Band. It is a side effect of getting gastric bypass. Once you heal you should be able sleep any way you want. The port isn't that uncomfortable for most people. Especially the newer lower profile ones that have been out for about five years or more.

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Dumping doesn't apply to Lap Band, only Gastric Bypass and Sleeve.

sleeping is a non-issue with the band. Once you're healed, you can sleep however is comfortable. I've actually slept on my stomach since the night of surgery without issue.

[lisacaron 5,075]

Guy and Missy are right. Dumping syndrome does not apply as a side effect of the Lap Band. Unfortunately for patients who have the bypass or sleeve procedure, dumping syndrome can be a painful and embarrassing situation caused by the rapid emptying of the bowels.

Usually triggered by greasy or high sugary foods as well as other types of carbohydrates.

For a while my port was tender after surgery but now I am able to sleep in all positions even flat on my tummy which is not good for my face! I tend to wake up puffy when that happens

[c4cathy 12]

thank you all for your answers. Makes me feel better knowing I can sleep as usual