Hi all, I am wondering if there is a relation between a fill and gas pains? Other than the gas related to surgery, I have not had any issues with it-I'm 7 months out. I got my 2nd fill a few weeks ago and since then have noticed a few boughts with gas, some severe. I remembered triggers for 2/3 times-one of which was induced by sugar free gum. bad idea. But now today I am having some gas and it almost feels like it's in my back as well, is that even possible? could it be related to the fill or is this just something triggering it? Thanks for your help!

I can't see how fills, by themselves, could cause gas, more likely something in

your diet. Have you been drinking protein shakes? Has anything in your diet changed?

I haven't had any fills (no hunger) so maybe someone with more experience

will come along.

i Had my first fill today (banded 8/31), and i too am noticing some gas issues. My husband has had the band for over years and to this day he still gets gas after a fill. Dr. says it is normal, and just your stomach adjusting to the pressure that the newlly tightened band may be causing. It should only last a day of so, anything more than that, you may want to speak to your Dr.