Problems sleeping with a Lap-Band: Choking in your sleep!

Oh I forgot to mention that. The fill was 1 cc and after the reflux symptoms started up I went for an unfill and they removed .5cc. The Gerd never went away, but at least I wasn't getting stuck on liquids anymore.

The GI doc I worked with said the 14 day recommendation for Prilosec was more of a CYA thing and to kick it up to twice per day.


I suck at remembering to take meds, but my friendly GERD smacks me back into submission at least once or twice per week.

You need an unfill before damage is done.

I'm completely unfilled.  Have been since October.   I wish that was the issue because it would be an easy fix.  Luckily I am having the band out in 10 days.   It has been getting tighter and tighter on it's own since last September.  Some days are way worse than others.

 I bet you are counting the minutes until your revision!   That sounds awful.

This really works...I have used it many times in the past...



Will ARM & HAMMER® Baking Soda work as an antacid?

Calm that rumbly in your tummy with ARM & HAMMER® Baking Soda. It's is safe and effective as an antacid to relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach, and upset stomach due to these symptoms when used as directed.



Warnings:
		Do not use if you are on a sodium restricted diet unless directed by a doctor.
		Ask a doctor or a pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.
		Do not administer to children under age 5.
		STOMACH WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT TAKE UNTIL POWDER IS COMPLETELY DISSOLVED. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT NOT TO TAKE THIS PRODUCT WHEN OVERLY FULL FROM FOOD OR DRINK. Consult a doctor if severe stomach pain occurs after taking this product.
		Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms last more than 2 weeks.



Directions:
Add 1/2 teaspoon to 1/2 glass (4 fl. oz.) of water every 2 hours, or as directed by physician. Dissolve completely in water. Accurately measure 1/2 teaspoon.
Do not take more than the following amounts in 24 hours:
      --Seven 1/2 teaspoons.
      --Three 1/2 teaspoons if you are over 60 years.
Do not use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks.

Other Information:
Each 1/2 teaspoon contains 616 mg sodium.

Refer to the ARM & HAMMER® Baking Soda package for detailed instructions before using

I have been taking Omeprazole for the last 15 years for reflux.  Raise the head of your bed 6" higher than the foot of your bed.  It really helped me.  I couldn't use the pillows as I would just roll off of them.  Talk to your doc...there may be another med that will work better for you.  Mine has me taking the Prevacid..dissolves in mouth as I am just three weeks out, but there may be others that can help.

Good Luck,
Kelly