Had my surgery in April. It holds 14cc They put 2cc in during surgery. I had first fill two weeks ago (3cc)

Just curious what I should expect, what others experienced (I know it differs)

Thanks!

I have a 14cc band also. I have had 6 fills so far and I am up to 9cc. Not even close to the Green Zone, it is taking so long (since Nov) I have almost given up. Last month I gained 3 pounds, I can eat way to much food and I am always hungry.

I don't want to complain to much, because I feel if I made her mad I would have to drive to far to have some taken out. Good Luck with Yours and keep in touch. Elaine

Hi there, I think surgeons really differ. Some prime a band, others do not, some have a strict protocol, others are on their own, etc. I believe my surgeon is of the small frequent fills school of thought. He does not share the amount so I have no idea how much is in my band. Each time I felt a little more restriction but then it would sort of wear off and I'd go back for another. I'm glad it took a while because I had to really learn about stuck episodes, etc. Finally at six I really got the green zone. Even then a couple of months later I needed another fill. I have been very cautious about not being too tight and I always discuss that with the surgeon. I got a teeny seventh fill and feel like I'm just right for now. It is so nuanced, this part of banded life. Goal according to surgeon is a tennis ball sized portion and not hungry for 4-5 hours. I would have one but not the other. Not that I couldn't eat for fun in-between, or keep going, sliders, etc. But I don't. The band at the right fill dims the appetite so I'm not fighting that and can make good decisions. Hope this helps!

I'm curious about this too..doc primed my band in surgery yesterday with 5cc's! I have not felt hungry since.