Hello,

Just wondering how many weeks each of you went before you got your first fill? I am supposed to wait 1 month (5 weeks) but I am thinking of calling my doc to see if I can get in at the 4th week because I am wayyyy to hungry now, am eating everything in site and have no restriction. Is 4 weeks legit or is this pushing it?

Thanks,

Lise

Lise,

Depending on the band you have, the manufacturer recommends waiting 6 weeks for the first fill. If your Dr. is willing to do a fill at 5 weeks consider yourself lucky. But just know that it can take several fills before you have any significant restriction to speak of. I didn't have any real restriction until my 3rd fill. I now have 5cc's in a 10cc APS band.

Hope this helps.

Hi- My doctor didn't even expect me to lose any weight for the first 6 weeks after surgery. Of course I did. He told me he just wanted to be sure I followed the post-op diet. He said it was very important for the stitches to heal that hold the band in place. He didn't want it to slip. I remember getting really hungry. Instant mashed potatoes (idahoan has some great flavors) became my favorite "food". Try to get creative with soft things to keep you full for longer. You'll make it to 6 weeks. It can take more than one fill to find restriction. This definitely is a journey....

Good luck to you!

Take care!