IS there a "minimum" time frame to wait between fills ?

Samantha C · June 8, 2016

Hi again !

I'm 18 days out and still have a huge appetite and I can eat anything, in large portions.

Filled during surgery 2cc and 2 weeks later another 2,5 cc. Total now 4,5 cc.

I can still feel no restriction at all, and have only lost 2 kg son 18 days

I want go back to doc for my second fill, but does anyone know if you have to wait a certain amount of time before second fill? Can you have two fills in one months for example, if you absolutely feel no restriction whatsoever ? I hope someone will reply , thank you

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yguess · June 8, 2016

Whats a fill?

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Samantha C · June 8, 2016

The saline injection they use to inflate / deflate band, and thereby adjust the limit of food intake ..

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WLSResources/ClothingExch · June 8, 2016

18 days out and still have a huge appetite

Filled during surgery 2cc and 2 weeks later another 2,5 cc. Total now 4,5 cc.

I can still feel no restriction at all, and have only lost 2 kg son 18 days

I want go back to doc for my second fill, but does anyone know if you have to wait a certain amount of time before second fill?

Some of those 18 days were about healing after surgery, not the time to think about weight loss. You're probably at the tail end of healing process now.

The amount of saline is irrelevant to efficacy of the band. You have the right amount when your appetite is diminished. Keep in mind that that can change over time. You may find down the road that you need more saline or need to have a tab removed. The activity of the band can change. It's not a problem, just they way they work.

Some surgeons are more aggressive than others about adjustments. You had your second only about four days ago? It's probably too soon for another. What matters, though, is your practice's stance on how often. CAll and ask.

Never say "...only lost...," especially at the start of your band career. Downward movement on the scale is downward movement.

Fluctuation in rate of loss may occur at any time. It may indicate the need for an adjustment or something else, such as a close review of your eating patterns and food choices. Keep a detailed log. "My Fitness Pal" is widely used and has a good rep. There are plenty of other free food tracker options online. SparkPeople.com is one. You can register only for that purpose or you can also use the workout tracker, read articles on all sorts of relevant things, take part in teams. It's your choice. Keeping a tracker will enable the RD at your practice to work with you on making improvements if the need arises.