Okay, I'm 5 weeks post-op, 11 lbs down & next week is my 1st fill. I know everyone is different w/ how many ccs, Weight loss goal, tight restriction etc. I've been thinking about this for awhile & I think I will ask for 2ccs. I do not want to gag, get stuck or not be able to drink water. I realize that starting slow may cost me more in the long run (more fills) but I think this is better for me. I am ok with losing my weight slowly & over time. How many ccs did you get for your 1st fill?

I'm like 2 months post op Monday I had my surgery with plication on may 9th. Hoping I don't get a fill but kind of nervous! I have my appt on Monday the 9th and if I have to get a fill I might go for 1 or 2cc's.

I would recommend you listen to your doctor's advice on this? He certainly knows more and understands this issue far better than you do? It's highly unlikely you would have the symptoms you described and most doctors take precautions to avoid this. The handful of posters on this board who have said they experienced a problem represent less than 1% of the overall patient population of lapbanders. And the bandsters who have had this happen on their first fill is an item I do not recall happening?

tmf

I would recommend you listen to your doctor's advice on this? He certainly knows more and understands this issue far better than you do? It's highly unlikely you would have the symptoms you described and most doctors take precautions to avoid this. The handful of posters on this board who have said they experienced a problem represent less than 1% of the overall patient population of lapbanders. And the bandsters who have had this happen on their first fill is an item I do not recall happening?

tmf

His nurse does them but I will certainly advise I want to take it slow. Thanks