Experienced Bandsters! HELP!

[Mommy2Ps 4]

Do you need to be getting stuck and throwing up to consider your band too tight???

I got a third fill a week ago Wednesday, and I haven't thrown up or gotten stuck on anything...but I can barely eat or drink. I'm at 6.2cc in a 10cc band.

I'm barely consuming 600 calories a day since I get full SOOOOO quick. I was home yesterday with a sick kid and by 8pm at night, I realized I hadn't used the facilities since the early morning!! I'm worried about becoming dehydrated.

Any advice?? Is this healthy?? I mean, it's great that I'm not hungry and I'm full so quickly (ie, the band is FINALLY working!!), but I don't want to be doing damage at the same time. KWIM?!

PS- I do go in next Wed for a checkup.

[girl55 5]

Just be sure when you do eat, you get plenty of Protein, and ALWAYS drink plenty of Water. Have a glass handy and take a sip as often as possible. I had surgery this past march and I still ALWAYS have a glass of liquid (in my case Crystal Lite tea) right by my side. Good luck on your journey.

[vlp1968 83]

Sounds like you may be a bit too tight. It shouldn't be uncomfortable to eat or drink. You are right to be worried about dehydration. I have been too tight and hesitated to go in for an unfill. I suffered needlessly. When I finally went in, I still had restriciton after the unfill. You may want to call Mon. morning and see if they can squeeze you in sooner, tell them it's an emergency. Until then, try to get as much Water in as possible. Hope you feel better soon.

[spoiltmom 44]

I would think your a bit too tight. I'd call on Monday and see what the doc says.

[Melissannde 41]

No, you don't have to be throwing up to be too tight. Any great difficulty eating/drinking could be considered too tight.

I agree with the other posters who say to call you doctor on Monday and ask about coming in for a possible unfill. They don't have to take alot out. A fraction will probably do the trick.

[1019Joanne 0]

You need to make sure you stay hydrated...I carry a bottle of Water with me everywhere. I certainly agree with the above posters who recommend that you call your Dr's office - and let them know what is happening.

I know the feeling that you are happy the band is working, but you need to make sure you are eating enough to sustain your body!

Hang in there!