Lap-band surgery is a modern operation for weight loss. With lap band surgery, an adjustable band is placed on the stomach which restricts its volume. As a result, only small quantities of food can be eaten at a time. This technique can aid in weight loss for patients who are unable to lose weight via diet and exercise alone. However, lap band surgery can lead to some side effects, including nausea.
Step 1
Take antacids or bismuth. Taking antacids or bismuth when you experience nausea is effective for many patients after lap-band surgery. For chronic nausea, you can also have your doctor prescribe anti-nausea medications, such as Atarax or Haldol.
Step 2
Follow your prescribed diet. After lap band surgery your surgeon (and nutritionist) will recommend a strict diet which includes avoiding solid food for four weeks. Avoid carbonated beverages and caffeine, as they can irritate your stomach, instead drinking soups and juices.
Step 3
Eat small meals. Once you are allowed to have solid foods again (four weeks after the procedure), eat three small meals of mostly solid food per day. This will help you feel full and prevent you from overeating. Eating too much after lap band surgery will lead to nausea. Avoid spicy and fatty foods, instead eating lighter foods like crackers and vegetables.
Step 4
Chew food thoroughly. Chew your food on average 15 to 20 times per bite to prevent food from getting stuck in the band, leading to feelings of nausea.
Step 5
Avoid liquids while eating. This can cause the food to be washed down, leading to you not reaching a feeling of fullness, which can result in overeating.
Step 6
Get your lap band adjusted. If, after six weeks, you are still experiencing nausea, it could be that your band has slipped. This can be confirmed by X-ray and will require an adjustment of the lap band.
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