Steroids and lapband

[MsDuran 62]

Do any of you ever have to take steroids and if so does it effect your lapband?

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It doesn't effect the band directly though prolonged use of oral steroids can be an erosion risk, much like NSAIDs.

With that said, steroids are notorious for giving people a huge appetite. So if you're on them, be prepared to have to really count calories and not give into the urge to eat way too much.

[MsDuran 62]

I have ms and they have been given to he through an iv.. Appetite is no concern...I can't eat! I made an appointment with my Dr. I think the Fluid retention may be a factor??? I am hungry .. Hahaha..!

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I have ms and they have been given to he through an iv.. Appetite is no concern...I can't eat! I made an appointment with my Dr. I think the Fluid retention may be a factor??? I am hungry .. Hahaha..!

Ohhh...I have MS too. So are you on Solumedrol? A 3 day or a 5 day infusion?

[pastor o 73]

I have ms and they have been given to he through an iv.. Appetite is no concern...I can't eat! I made an appointment with my Dr. I think the Fluid retention may be a factor??? I am hungry .. Hahaha..!

I was taking monthly steroid shots in both knees, which can make weight gain & Fluid retention. I stopped the treatment after I got the Lap band.