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First Fill Today

Today I am 29 days post op and went for my first fill. At first I was not sure what to expect. I saw the needles, saline bottle, bandaids, alcohol prep pads on the counter. When the doctor came in he made me lie down and do a small crunch. He then inserted the needle. It was totally painless!! I just felt the tiny pinch of the needle and that was it. I did not receive any anesthetic before the injection and I definately did not need any. I feel so at peace knowing that the only negative thing about getting a fill is the hour drive it takes me to get to the doctor's office. It only took about 5-10 minutes with the doctor before I could leave.

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belbarr1

LAP-BAND Patients

Oh, I got 4 cc's added to my band. I got full on eating a half cup of soup. Doc said I have to be on liquids for the rest of today and tomorrow and then soft foods on Thursday.

harliquinn

LAP-BAND Patients

youre lucky. :) my doc makes me do liquids for a week and then mushies for a week after a fill!

belbarr1

LAP-BAND Patients

I still get nervous when introducing new foods but so far I haven't had any problems eating any new foods. I don't know if that makes a difference.

harliquinn

LAP-BAND Patients

some people dont notice a difference right away. sometimes it takes time for a fill to "settle".

belbarr1

LAP-BAND Patients

ahhh. I didn't know that. I am learning everyday.

marw

LAP-BAND Patients

Thanks for sharing belbarr . .. I am one who hasn't had a fill yet, so appreciate reading what to expect so I can be prepared. Best wishes!!

grigg4

LAP-BAND Patients

I second that thanks! I was given a pass on the first fill so I am looking at it being on the 30th. I was very nervous at what to expect but it helps so much when people post their experiences - thanks!

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