I was filled Sunday (2 days ago) with 1 cc putting me to 7.5 cc in a 10 cc band.

I can only drink liquids (very slowly and small sips, of course) and I feel a bit of uncomfort for a few seconds after each sip followed by a small burp or two every time after I take a sip and then it passes.

I used to be able to eat a small of bite of soft foods after fills if I was hungry and it wasn't an issue. On Sunday night I took a bite of lo mein and it had to come back up. After that, I didn't attempt to eat again until last night when I had a few bites of mashed potatoes and within 5 minutes I had to bring that back up as well. So clearly, I can't tolerate solid foods even if they are mushy.

The thing is, I have never felt restriction to this extent; I don't want to jump the gun and remove saline if this feeling will pass within a few days. So what I need to know is, if I should hang on a few more days (I figured til Thursday) and see if it passes or does this mean that I am probably too filled and need to remove some saline?

I also want to mention that I am very hungry, but that of course, can be due to the fact that I haven't eaten in two days.

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Starting weight: 270/Surgery weight: 246/Current weight: 236

It does sound like you are filled too tight. I would go back and have some taken out.

I would call your doctor. You might just have to have a little bit taken out. By now you should be able to eat. Try to stay away from starches, such as pasta and breads for right now. You have to remember that they just turn to paste in your stomach. You can prolapse this way. I am just getting over a prolapse so take my advice. Good luck.

Short answer. YES! I had .3ml put in last wednesday and was only able to drink liquids - very very slowly for a WEEK! I was having reflux at night and would bring up anything "solid" i tried to eat. I went back yesterday and had .5ml taken out. I can now eat small breaky,lunch and dinner with no problems. I feel sooo much better. Go and get some out!! :bored: