Ok, don't know how to explain but here goes:

My second fill was about 5 weeks ago, I know I need one because I'm not in the green zone. However, I've been eating larger portions for the last week or so which had caused the "side stitch" feeling. I know this is completely my fault. I guess I'm wondering if another fill is a good idea? I see my surgeon tomorrow but wondered if anyone else felt something similar or had advice?

Thanks, and sorry for any confusion!

I get a side stitch sometimes when I've eaten too much. Cut your portions down, eat slower, allow yourself to feel satisfied sooner. I don't know for sure, but I choose to treat that 'stitch' as a warning signal, like when your car is running hot. You don't want to wait until your body is sending you warning signals.

And I get those even when I'm not in the green zone. I think it's more about the WAY I'm eating than whether the band is well restricted.

Thanks, I agree. I'm eating too big of portions, plain and simple. I've been working hard on eating healthily and slowly. I tried the "eat slow" app where it dings after 1 minute - it's amazing how long 60 seconds can be! I think I will go forward with a third fill and cut back on portions.

Thanks again!

Ugh, so went in today and gained a little over a pound :-( I knew it was going to happen but still a bummer to see. My surgeon walks in and says "what happened?" not being rude, just concerned. Told him I had been stressed and eating too much, blah blah and he said, when you feel this way, come in let us help. So nice to have a supportive surgeon and office staff!

Stopped at grocery store on the way home and stocked up on Soup, fresh fruit and veggies, and fish so feeling optimistic. Glad I started a gym routine - back at it tomorrow!