Okay, so I was supposed to go in for my first fill today, but called and canceled the appointment because I am going to be out of town this weekend. I was scared that I would be uncomfortable, or be sick from the fill while I'm on the road. I am actually doing pretty well for having nothing in the band, which makes me question whether I needed it at all, but that's a whole other post. I was banded on Sept. 4 and I have lost 35 pounds since August 18th. I am happy with the way things are going, but I know deep down things would be going even that much better if I had some restriction...now I'm rambling. Any thoughts or suggestions on this matter would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance!

If your not satisfied with your meals, or getting hungry inbetween I would get a fill. You say you don't have restriction, a few fills should provide that. I think you were way smart to cancel your appt. because of going out of town. You don't want to have trouble while your on the road. Good luck!

Thanks. Yeah, I don't know why I am so scared to get this first fill. I need to get over it, because I know that is how the band works anyway! Thanks for your comment!

Amanda,

I promise you that it is no big deal. I always make things worse in my head than they really are - sounds like you are probably the same way. If I had to compare it to something, I would say the pinch is about the same as when they draw blood and less discomfort than when I just got my recent flu shot.

As far as how you will feel afterwards - everyone is different. I did not feel any different after my first 3 fills, mainly because I have a bigger band (14cc) and my MD went gradual with the fills.

Good luck and let us know how it goes.

Congrats on your weight loss so far!!

Cynthia