Was just banded two weeks ago,and I'm a little concerned about what my nurse told me a couple of days ago! When I asked her how much fill I would receive at my first appointment,she said that I may in fact not get a fill depending on how my weight lose is going. When I mentioned my surprise at this,she said that it has happened on a few occasions that men sometimes get enough restriction just by being banned in the first place. Does this sound at all logical to anyone. By the way they put a 14cc band in me, and if I'm not mistaken that is the largest one.

2 months for me no fill yet

I didn't get my first fill until about 4-6 weeks, and I also have a 14cc band. I was banded on Aug 17th & have only had 2 fills so far. We'll all built differently, so there's really no text book on this.

Just focus on healing right now, and follow the rules hey gave you. I'm positive you will do jsut fine.

Some people on this very site have lost weight each month for several months, some up to a year, without a fill so it really does depend on the patient. Most who do get fills are usually required to wait at least 6 weeks post-op for the first one. Some doctors fill very conservatively, and others not so much. There are many factors a doctor considers in determining whether or not a fill is warranted, two of which obviously include your rate of weight loss (they shoot for 1-2 lbs/wk) and appetite.

I'm 8 months post-op no fill. 90lbs lost.

I'm 8 months post-op no fill. 90lbs lost.

Wow! Congratulations!!

I on the other hand was able to eat like I used to. I had my first fill yesterday. And oh boy it is tight. And it hurt! Can't wait to see the lbs fall off now.

Banded in August and only 1 cc fill since then. Have lost 27 pounds so far.

There are different sized bands, and depending on the choice your surgeon made you may not need a fill. Also, sometimes they will add Fluid during surgery like mine did. I have no idea how much fluid I have in my band or what size it is....not important to me as long as it's helping me achieve my goal!

I was banded Feb. 10, 2012 have lost 120 lbs, and have only had 1 DE-fill (0.1cc)

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Newly banded Oct.12. Lost about 13 pounds rather quickly, but then discovered I could eat more, and I have. I haven't eaten anything I wasn't supposed to, but I have had every sugar-free popsicle in a four state area. I have gained back 3 pounds and I'm nervous. My first fill is scheduled for the day before Thanksgiving. Since I increased my intake, I feel more comfortable, but I want to lose weight! Anybody else actually gained before a fill? Otherwise, no surgical complications and no vomiting at all.

5 months post-op no fill 52 pounds lost. My surgeon says that there are time when the band is placed in the perfect spot and no fills may be needed for up to a year. Good luck

Newly banded Oct.12. Lost about 13 pounds rather quickly, but then discovered I could eat more, and I have. I haven't eaten anything I wasn't supposed to, but I have had every sugar-free popsicle in a four state area. I have gained back 3 pounds and I'm nervous. My first fill is scheduled for the day before Thanksgiving. Since I increased my intake, I feel more comfortable, but I want to lose weight! Anybody else actually gained before a fill? Otherwise, no surgical complications and no vomiting at all.

The nutritionist at my center said it isn't unusual for people to gain a bit before the first fill. Just keep watching your diet that they prescribed to you.

I'm 8 months post-op no fill. 90lbs lost.

Fantastic! I was told that sometimes all it takes is the band itself. You must be one of those fortunate ones who are in the green from the git-go

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Yes. You will back on track with a fill. Your doctor will know how much of a fill you will need. Remember, your NOT the first one and he has seen it before.

My goal is to go as long as I can without a fill. As long as I'm losing weight at a steady pace, there is no need for a fill in my band. Everybody is different, so go with what your doc says but be your own advocate for sure!

I never got my first fill for a whole year. It is true that some with just the restriction of the band they can lose a lot without a fill. I still only have 3'cc in a 10cc band after 3 years.