I am going for a fill today at 2pm. My question is this. Should I go in on an empty stomach or is it okay to eat before I go? Does it matter either way?

Thanks

I recommend liquids or something light like soup. You don't want anything in your pouch when pressure is increased. Much better to have an empty pouch.

Good luck, tell us how it goes.

Mimi

My doctor has never given me any rule on this, but I always make a point of having an empty pouch and being well hydrated. I just feel like that will optimize your chance of being able to tolerate a bigger fill and get to your sweet spot faster.

Since your fill is at 2pm, though, I wouldn't skip lunch. I would have soup (like what was suggested) or yogurt or cottage cheese (something that will slide down and not irritate your pouch at all). My fills are generally in the morning, but I never skip b-fast because I know they want me to be on Clear Liquids only for 72 hours after and I certainly don't want to extend that any longer! LOL

Edited March 2, 201016 yr by adagray

I have heard both ways. When I called the office and asked they said to eat before I go. I usually go in the morning and will eat yogurt an hour or two before hand because I don't want something in the pouch when I have a fill. I am not sure there are any rules set in stone but it does make sense to have an empty pouch when you have a fill. Good luck :thumbup: