Hey friends!

I would like your input. I have had 3 fills, my last one two weeks ago, and am up to 6 cc in my 11 cc band. I'm not scheduled for another fill until the end of September. I was going in every four weeks but had to push back my fill date because I'm going to Vegas the 14-18th and the doc and I agreed not to do a fill right before leaving the state.

So here's my dilemma.

I think I am on the verge of the "green zone". I've cut my portions back and have been very strict with the 1 cup serving. It keeps me full for about 4 hours. I don't get my "full" signal though, and when the hunger comes, it hits me like a semi truck. All of the sudden I'm STARVING and have to struggle to eat slow.

I'm wondering if I should ask for a small fill this week. My weight loss has been stalled, I've been fluctuating between the same 2 lbs for the past week.

If you were in my situation, what would you do? Hang tight and wait it out until after vacation, or ask for another small fill (I'm thinking 0.5 - 1 cc's). I'm not even sure if my surgeon would do it, but it wouldn't hurt to ask.

I would wait. I just had a full yesterday and a lady did just what you are talki f about and was in misery her whole vacation because she was over full. She couldn't even swallow water. I don't think it's ever a good idea to have a fill before going out of town or state. It's better to play it safe and wait. I hope that helps!

I agree with oneangel. I would wait to have another fill after my vacation. You do not want to be on vacation and not able to eat. You would be miserable.

I agree with the above posters. I was on the very fringe of being just a little over filled when I went on vacation. I ended up irritating my band during vacation and it just got worse after I got home. Ended up having to have 4 cc's removed in an ER and now have no restriction at all, even after one refill. Be patient... wait until you get back so you can enjoy your vacation.

yup... i'd wait.

I agree with all the other posters...you have plenty of time to get the fill after vacation. Never a good idea to leave home right after a fill when there could be negative consequences...

Have a great trip!

I'd definitely wait. Even the slightest fill (Even .1) can make a huge difference. I wouldn't risk it right before vacation.

I agree with everyone. Perhaps, rather than waiting for the OMG I am starving signal at 4 hours, you could have a small, healthy snack in between (yogurt, cottage cheese or something) to help "top you off" so you don't all of a sudden get the urge to snarf (sorry, couldn't think of a better word) something down? Do you think that may help you?

Enjoy your trip.

I'd wait, too. Also, just because you're not getting a full signal doesn't mean you're not in the Green Zone. All that matters is that you're no longer physically hungry. If you can be satisfied with a cup or less of food for 4 hours, it sounds like the Green Zone.

Also, plateaus are normal. A week isn't long at all, some have plateaus that last for many weeks.

I agree with Mis, if I get to the point where I feel full signals, I am miserable. I consider myself in the green zone but could still eat more if I want

U do not want to fly or have to ride a lot with a new fill. When we flew out to Vegas from N.C. Btw is a very long flight... I had some taken out because u get tighter when u sit a long time. Hope u have a great vacation and God bless.