No Fill Needed - Upset

[Hartsdream 1]

:thumbdown:I went in to get my first fill since I had my surgery March 27th. Dr. Rodreiuz from Nortons Hospital said I didn't need a fill because I lost 20 lbs in 6 weeks. He said he was thrilled I lost that much, and he said to start walking to get my metabolism up. He said if you lose 6 lbs a month that is good. I told him I can eat over a cup of food but he said as long as your losing weight, don't worry about it. I was upset because I wanted a fill to lose more weight - it doesn't work that way. He said he'll see me in a month. Boy I was really disapointed. I don't think 6 lbs a month is good but he does. He said it is suppose to take you up to 3 yrs to lose your weight. There is no way I am waiting 3 yrs to lose 65 lbs. Hartsdream@aol.com

[stI24nger 1]

Well....I hate to be harsh, but get over it!!!!

He's right...if you're losing weight doing what you're doing right now, obviously your body is still burning more calories than you're taking in. So, even if your head is saying that you're eating too much, 20 lbs in 6 weeks is your body saying you're not.

Another thing, WHO CARES how long it takes you to lose 65 lbs???? Did you lose 65 lbs in the last 3 yrs??? I don't think so....or even if you did, and thought you could sustain that, you probably wouldn't be here in the first place.

Another thing.....the faster you lose weight, the less time your skin has to shrink with you....take your time, and you might find that you don't need that PS.....

I've only ost 35 lbs in 6 months since my band--and I'm frustrated--often. I've been averaging only 3 lbs a month since the initial weight loss right before/after surgery. So, I'm definitely not some lap-band hot shot telling you to chill your jets. It's taken me A LOT to get to a place where I can accept all the advise I'm given to you--and there are still some days when I get frustrated.

But, if your doc doesn't think you need a fill for another 4 weeks, that's the least of your worries! Buck up and be thankful for your awesome success so far!!!!! FOR REAL!!!!!!

[slimmy120 2]

:thumbdown:I went in to get my first fill since I had my surgery March 27th. Dr. Rodreiuz from Nortons Hospital said I didn't need a fill because I lost 20 lbs in 6 weeks. He said he was thrilled I lost that much, and he said to start walking to get my metabolism up. He said if you lose 6 lbs a month that is good. I told him I can eat over a cup of food but he said as long as your losing weight, don't worry about it. I was upset because I wanted a fill to lose more weight - it doesn't work that way. He said he'll see me in a month. Boy I was really disapointed. I don't think 6 lbs a month is good but he does. He said it is suppose to take you up to 3 yrs to lose your weight. There is no way I am waiting 3 yrs to lose 65 lbs. Hartsdream@aol.com

I think you are doing well, i definately did not lose20lb in 6 weeks ,but now since the 18 sep 2007 have lost 67lb

[Bozzj 0]

well just to give another opinion..

i've lost almost 20lbs in 4 weeks. When i go for a fill at my 6 week mark i'll be upset if i don't get one...why? not because i want to lose more, but because it's ALL willpower. it's hard. i keep talking to myself when i want to eat and saying that soon enough i'll have a little help (i never eat more than 1/2 cup meals--but i CAN and WANT to).

don't know if that's what you're going through, but for me every single day is hard, but i don't cheat because i know that in time (hopefully) it'll get a little easier when i'm filled a little.

[nurseRN 0]

OH NO I lost 20lbs in 4 weeks banded 4-16-08 I am going to see my surgeon on 5-19-08 so I guess he won't fill my band .. I can hold about 6-8 oz.

[LynnM 2]

I had my surgery March 26th My starting weight on surgery day was 271 I had my 1st fill on April 22nd which I had lost 21 lbs. I have an AP-S band which holds 10 ml. The Dr had put 4 mls in on surgery day and when I had my 1st fill another 1.5 mls. For a total of 5.5 mls. I had my 2nd fill yesterday and she added 1.0 mls so now I have a total of 6.5 mls in a 10 ml band. I started feeling really hungry 8 days post op. Most of the 1st 21 lbs was lost in the 1st 14 days. When I had got my 1st fill I did not start feeling hungry again until about day 6. I am scheduled for another fill June 12. That is if I need it. I walk 4 miles every other day and ride my elliptical 20-30 Min's. I make sure I have 70 grams of Protein a day and 70- 80 ounces of Water a day. So far My total weight loss from a week before till now is 38 lbs. I am not sure why your Dr wont give you a fill but if you are hungry I can't imagine why not. It is a tool to help us but if the tool is not working then the Dr. needs to help you with a fill. Just my 2 cents. Good Luck.

LynnM:redface::eek::thumbup:

[westcoastmom 3]

I think it is good to hear when a Dr. is being conservative. I think it shows they are being thoughtful about your overall health, your body, and your band. They want you to succeed in the long run - not just meet short term goals.

I worry about so many stories I read hear about people so tight that they are sick so many times - and cannot keep food down - but don't want to get a small unfill because they might stop losing weight.

I wonder how we can truly be active and healthy if we can't eat enough or if our bodies are struggling. I am hoping to continue to be able to enjoy smaller amounts of lots of types of food and to continue to have the energy to run around with my kids.

I was banded on 3/27 too. Good luck with your journey.

[jetti 2]

Harts you are doing a great job losing without a fill so why get one when its not needed? by waiting to get one you will save yourself room in your band to get filled when you really need it. I am just over 6 months out and I have yet to have a fill. If you continue on the pace you are on now it will not take 3 years to lose 65 pounds - Im down 60 from my surgery date - and once you start working out - if you choose to do that - you will lose even more. I was actually glad at my 1 1/2 and 3 month visits when my Dr said that I didnt need a fill. I am sure I eat more then the average banded but as long as I am losing weight to me that as all that matters. Keep up the good work and you will be just fine.

[favorite 3]

i know just how you feel because i want the weight off fast too. i tease my surgeon and tell her to tighten me up so all i can swallow is spit. but she is the same as your doctor. she told me 1 to 2 pounds a week is good. it is safer that way. as long as it keeps coming off just be happy.

[kbinaz 0]

Um, I have taken 6 and 1/2 months to lose 34 pounds. I lost 15 in the past three months and when I went in for a fill yesterday he almost wouldn't give me one because I was losing 5 pounds a month. He finally gave me 1/4 of a cc! So it is hard for me to feel too sorry for you! You are doing great. My question for you is - why would you want to be more tight than necessary? If you are losing weight this well and can still eat quite a bit of food, you should be thankful! I would give anything to be able to eat a lot and still lose weight! The lap band is designed to allow you to lose 5 to 10 pounds a month. That is what has been deemed the healthiest way to lose weight scale. Enjoy it!

[Laurinda 1]

I can get fills every four weeks if I want to. I choose to play the wait and see game and get one when I feel the need. I understand being upset because you had your head all ready for this. Your doing GREAT! I won't tell you to "buck up" but rather refocus on what your goal is, not how fast you can get there!