I was banded on 03/14/11 and had my first fill on 05/02/11. I have lost about 50 lbs. But I feel like I have no restriction and I am able to eat more than I should. I have tried to eat the right foods and portion sizes, but it is getting harder. I go back on 06/03/11 to see Dr. Should I go ahead and schedule a fill at that time?

You'll always be able to eat more than you should, since food passes through your pouch really quickly and ends up in your (still large) stomach. If you eat the amount you're supposed to eat, are you satisfied? Or do you still feel hungry 30 minutes later? If you're still hungry, yes, you should probably get another fill.

You've lost 50lbs in almost 2 months, that is awesome. Whether to fill or not? Talk to you doctor! Express your feelings and concerns. Besure if you do decide to get a fill, have your doctor check out the fill first. Drink a littlle bit of Water before leaving the room. This will determine if the fill will go down or if it is too tight and uncomfortable. Trust me, if the fill is too tight, you will experience inability to swollow anything, I mean even your saliva, yep! UNCOMFORTABLE! For me there is an aweful tightness in my upper left side shoulder breast area. Please, be sure to not leave the doctor's exam room before drinking a little bit of water. Whether this is your first fill or fifth.

I was banded on 03/14/11 and had my first fill on 05/02/11. I have lost about 50 lbs. But I feel like I have no restriction and I am able to eat more than I should. I have tried to eat the right foods and portion sizes, but it is getting harder. I go back on 06/03/11 to see Dr. Should I go ahead and schedule a fill at that time?