Hey everyone !

My first fill is tomorrow and I'm so scared !

I not only have a huge fear of needles, I also have a very low pain threshold.

I am DREADING going in tomorrow - and I think it's mostly "fear of the unknown" - even though I've read all there is to read on fills.

Here's the kicker ...

I'm also VERY excited about getting my first fill and starting to lose some weight (I haven't lost since the week after surgery - and have basically just been maintaining)

Anyone else have this irrational fear ?

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UPDATE

Well, after barely sleeping last night because I was so scared (I *TOLD* you I was a wus) - it wasn't nearly as bad as I had expected.

I went in - laid on the exam table and told the doctor I was scared LOL. He had me hold my shirt up just past my port and told me not to move.

Then he went in. I have to admit that I did feel it - and it was NOT pleasant .. but no where near what I was expecting.

I felt the pressure, and I also felt the "gush" of Fluid. He put 5cc's in (he said I have a 15cc band) and sent me for my barium swallow (which was fine) :rofl:

I bled a bit (enough to saturate a small gauze) - and it's sore now - about as much pain as when they have to take blood from the back of my hand - but I've had no "down time" since leaving the Dr's office.

I go back in a month - and I feel a lot better about it ... because even though it was uncomfortable/painful - at least I know what to expect.

Thanks for all your replies -

I'm not a big needle fan either, especially going in to my stomach! Honestly, though, it was no big deal. Stung a little going in, but it was not painful by any means. You'll be fine :rofl:

It did pinch a little bit... don't look. Also, I was terrified that it would make me have incredible restriction... it doesn't do that on your first fill. In fact, my first fill made things easier for me to eat. Bear with it... it will work out. I've had 4 fills... and I've lost about 75 pounds. It's worth it!

I;m going for number 4 tday and really havent felt the needle in the other 3. It is so fine and not in an area of many nerves, so you will be ok. My first fill didnt do much either, so dont get discouraged. Some people on here got decent restriction right away from the first one. Post up with your story after you have gotten filled and let us know how you did.

I just had my 1st fill today, and I didn't even feel it. I hate needles & was so nervous. Getting blood taken stings more then this did. It was a breeze. Try not to worry. Hopefully your port is in a good place. It took 30 seconds to do my fill.

Just BTTing for the update .. THANK YOU all so much for sharing your experiences .. it really helped

Did you have to leave your surgeons office to do the swallow...or do they do it there? I'm confused

I'm sorry for the confusion.

My surgeon's office is in the hospital, so he sends you to radiology to do the swallow. If all's good - you go home, if there is a problem, you go back to the surgeon's office.