Anyone go for a while postop without a fill?

[Kell 0]

Hi,

I don't post much but have been trying to read when I have time, so thanks, I have learned a lot from you!! :biggrin1:

I had my band on 2/14. I was told that when I stopped losing and was eating too much then I needed to go back for a fill. My surgeon said he had patients who go months without a fill and continue to lose. I think that is me. I have lost 17 pounds since surgery (plus 14 preop) and the past few weeks it has consistently been 1.5-2 pounds a week. I have lost inches, so I know my exercise is working! I do exercise daily and I usually make my meals anywhere from 1/2-1 cup, mostly eating lean Proteins and veggies when I can. And it suits me fine so far!

Does this sound normal? Anyone else go for a while without a fill?

Thanks!

Kell

[the best me 6]

Good for you and well done! That doesn't sound like a thing to worry about. I have heard of one gal getting to goal with no fill. It happens. I got my first fill just shy of 3 months after surgery. What you describe above is very good restriction and consistent weight loss. No fill required. Excellent! Keep up the good work!

[terri b 0]

You have done great so far! I went 4 months post-op without a fill. It all depends on how you are doing.

[GeezerSue 7]

Over the years, I have read of several people who NEVER needed an adjustment.

Good luck!

Sue

[MyKdsDad 1]

Joy has had two fills in the last three months and she says that she feels she could eat more NOW than she could right after surgery. I think with the last fill she is at 8cc...go figure!

[fiveholts714 0]

I was banded on 2/22 and in BAD need of a fill. I am scheduled for one one 4/11. It can't come soon enough. I have had hardly any restriction since surgery and right now I can eat anything I want. So we are all different.

[showboatgirl 0]

I have had my band for 8 months and haven not had a fill. I have lost 67 pounds and I don't plan on getting a fill until the weight loss stops completely. I also think of my port as insurance if I start to gain weight.

[Betje 0]

I'm 5 months banded and still no fill. I think i dont need it. I'm 63 pounds down.