I stumbled upon this website when I googled lapband fills. I was banded Dec. 3rd and have had great results. I am down about 40 pounds so far with no fills. I have been feeling lately that I am able to push the envelope and eat more then my recommended amount. It is a scary thing since I have been doing so well and have come so far. I am thinking that maybe it's time for a fill. I am SCARED TO DEATH about getting one. I keep reading all kinds of icky things. Any words of encouragement?? :thumbup:

Hi, and welcome to LBT!

I'm terrified of needles, but the first thing I learned about fills is that they don't hurt.

The second thing I learned is that I haven't had anything get stuck. My doctor is pretty cautious, I guess, and I'm going for another fill soon, but I haven't had any nasty things happen.

The first fill I had was six weeks after my surgery, and then I didn't have any for a while because I was losing weight. I too was afraid of yucky things happening once I got a couple, but so far, so good.

Good luck. Let us know when you go for that fill.

Debbie

Hi,

I just found this site this week myself!! Everyone is very helpful and friendly. I read that they put on something to numb it. I'm pre-op so have not had a fill. There is a section just about Fills, check it out.

Welcome and best of luck!!:thumbup:

Carol D'