Existing stomach issues & getting the band

[alabamagirl1975 2]

Hi there!

I was wondering if anyone out there had existing stomach issues before getting the lap band? I am kinda worried that what I experience now with my stomach might get worse after surgery. Also, can someone explain to me what a productive burp is? Thank you!!!

[luluc 6]

i have crohns disease & had to get clearance from my Gastro Dr.,

in fact my lapband Surgeon & Gastro had a con call before i could get cleared for surgery. apparently it's not a recommended surgery (lapband) for those with abdominal problems & previous surgery.

since my issue with crohns have been managed for 10yrs with diet vs drugs - i was given the OK. to date, i've not had any flare ups. i think the lapband actually has helped with keeping my diet in check.

not sure your problem - but i suggest a healthy honest conversation w/your lapband surgeon so he knows what he's dealing with.

ps - productive burp is when the food is just not going to go down, and well it comes back up & fast...:wink2:

[alabamagirl1975 2]

Ok ~ I can see that. I have those now! PB's that is. I can't eat certain foods or spices and I can't fully digest a great deal of food at one time (like a big meal) so eating small meals is nothing new to me. Thank you for you imput ~

[Di4AU 1]

Ok ~ I can see that. I have those now! PB's that is. I can't eat certain foods or spices and I can't fully digest a great deal of food at one time (like a big meal) so eating small meals is nothing new to me. Thank you for you imput ~

I don't know what you're stomach issue is, but it sounds like a hernia, which they will repair during the surgery. I had what Dr. Schmitt described as a "pretty big hernia". Didn't even know I had one! But, I can tell now, swallowing is different, and no more heartburn or reflux. None. And I eat some pretty spicy stuff.

[alabamagirl1975 2]

I did find out that I have a hernia (small one) but Dr. Bajaj said it was nothing to worry about. I didn't even think about it causing issues with me swallowing! That is great to know...then I can come off my reflux meds!

[aprilapple 1]

Dr bajaj found my hiatal hernia too. I actually had two endos in which they found a small cyst in my duodenum as well. It was biopsied and its ok. It may be your hernia.

[vegasgirl44 0]

Dr bajaj found my hiatal hernia too. I actually had two endos in which they found a small cyst in my duodenum as well. It was biopsied and its ok. It may be your hernia.

I had surgery on 8-14, went for my post-op appt today, and my doc showed me pics of a giant hiatal hernia he fixed while in there. To say I was stunned is putting it mildly. I had no symptoms of any kind.....ever. But he said it's pretty common and I suppose a large population has them, especially if you're obese, tend to lie down after eating, burp a lot, etc....And it can get worse. So, hiatal hernia gone. Learn something new everyday, I suppose.

[alabamagirl1975 2]

I had surgery on 8-14, went for my post-op appt today, and my doc showed me pics of a giant hiatal hernia he fixed while in there. To say I was stunned is putting it mildly. I had no symptoms of any kind.....ever. But he said it's pretty common and I suppose a large population has them, especially if you're obese, tend to lie down after eating, burp a lot, etc....And it can get worse. So, hiatal hernia gone. Learn something new everyday, I suppose.

You know, I think that is what is going on with me. Since he found the hernia, I have done some research and all of the symptoms I have after eating fit. Thank you guys! I hope that they can repair mine when I go for surgery.