Hello all, I'm new to this group, and only one month post op. I'm curious to know if it is normal to feel hungry all the time! I had my first fill last week, I feel hungry all the time, I haven't felt full since surgery. I feel like I can eat anything I want. Is this typical?? Thanks, Lori

Hi Lori, absolutely.......you are doing beautifully! Pat yourself on the back and keep every single appointment for follow-up. Glad you're here on the forum!

Thanks!! I guess we all just expect the "miracle fix"!

Hi I had my surgery on 9 Feb and I'm feeling a little frustrated because I also haven't had any change in my appetite. I'm eating less because I'm making a concerted effort to do so, but am feeling no restriction from the band. I'm learning that my expectations may have been unreasonable. I also understand (and am hopeful) that this will change once I've had my fills. My first is in 3 weeks.

Good luck!

Hi @@Mands15 I have my second full on March 9, I'm counting calories too and exercising, but the HUNGER!! ???????? good luck to you too!

Just remember that it can take a few fills to really feel the satiety. I lost weight post-op to first fill, but only because of the post-op diet. I was definitely hungry between first and 2nd fills (plus Christmas, an out of town vacation and new year's) and gained a couple of pounds. After my third fill, I started to feel satisfied longer, but my portion sizes were not where the needed to be. Just had my 4th fill last week and so far I feel great! I am not near as hungry as I was even a week and a half ago. That feels great!

So just hang in there. Remind yourself there is no miracle fix (believe me - I wish!!!), but that this is totally do-able.

good luck!

Thanks @keeper. I guess I just assumed that if I had the surgery my appetite would be suppressed and I would automatically eat less! ????