Suggest Treatment For Acid Reflux After A Lap-Band Surgery

Posted on Mon, 11 Sep 2017

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Question : had lap band surgery 3 years ago--happy
4 months ago I began hiccups, blockage in middle of chest, only able to eat small meals without feeling miserable

Answered by Dr. Rudina Balliu (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Need a follow up by your surgeon further treatment

Detailed Answer:
Hello Dear User! Thank you for asking Health Care Magic.
I have gone through your question and i understand your concern.

The symptoms you describe could be as a result of the lap band being to tight ( it is a complication that happens after puting a lap.)
I would suggest to go to your surgeon to check the lap band , check your esophagus ( acid reflux) after doing the neccessary examinatons ,the doctor will decide about the options : He will try to loose the lap band or remove it totally.

Meanwhile follow these advices :
-Eat small portions of food , eat slowly.
-Chew the food.
-Acoid spicey ,fried and fatty food, no alcohol, no caffeine
-Eat dinner at least 2 hours before you go to bed.
-Keep using omeprazol.
Hope the answer is helpfull.
Do let me kmow if you have any other questions, will be happy to help.
Take Care!
Dr Balliu

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