09/03/2026
Patients put off getting fluid out of their band as they fear ultimately this will lead to weight gain, feel it’s a back step on their journey or don’t realise de-fills are even a thing.
So instead they struggle on a daily basis with horrid RED ZONE symptoms, regurgitation, pain or discomfort on eating, opt for unhealthy slider foods as only thing they can get in, struggle to hit hydration, may suffer with constipation as a result of poor diet, using daily reflux medication, wake up chocking or coughing, swallowing difficulties, have to sleep upright, stop socialising or become anxious around eating in front of others or outside the home, feel tired and worn out, develop nutritional deficiencies, loose hair/teeth, impacts mental health
Some people take these symptoms to be normal and basically part and parcel of having a gastric band.
Please let me tell you these symptoms are NOT normal and definitely NOT OK
More often than not weight doesn’t always go down whilst you are experiencing these symptoms either and can actually go up!
Trust me the struggle is real, and these issues can lead to bigger problems 🥺
If you have a band and things aren’t going great or you need support - please reach out 🫶🏻
My service is for you guys - I bring expert knowledge, support and education of nearly 14 years working with gastric band patients 💪🏻 use me to get the most out of your bands!
Always happy to provide FREE online help or even a call to discuss if easier 🫶🏻
Getting patients and their bands working in harmony is the ultimate aim and this is when you actually see the best results 💪🏻
So please don’t be struggling with an overtight band - it really isn’t worth it 🥺
Nic xx
Specialist Bariatric Nurse
💻 gastricbandclinic.co.uk
📧 info@gastricbandclinic.co.uk
📞 07525829120
