How long before first fill?

lilnora2 · June 29, 2008

I was banded on June 11th and I am not sure when I wll get my 1st fill I have a follow up appointment on July 1st do you think I will get a fill then? I am very exitced about getting on the road to a restriction because I don't have any right now

annabella · June 29, 2008

I was told at my pre-op last week that my first fill would be 6 wks post op. Hope this helps. Keep us posted on your progress

getting banded 07-02-2008

SugarBean · June 29, 2008

6-8 weeks after surgery sounds right. At 3-4 weeks out you are just barely on solid foods depending on your diet.

Mink · June 29, 2008

I had surgery the 13th and Im scheduled for a 4 week check with a pooible fill on the 15th of July.

holly11 · June 29, 2008

I had my first fill on my 6 week check up...I think that is usually procedure.

ywong07 · June 29, 2008

I was banded on June 9 and my first followup was supposed to be on July 11th. I was on the liquid diet and feeling quite hungry by about day 10 so I called the Dr's office and they allowed me to get my first fill at 2 weeks post-op. I feel much better now and can tell a difference. I was afraid I would not be able to stick to the diet if I didn't get that first fill. I will still see my doctor on July 11th and they may have to adjust a little more. I have lost 22 lbs :thumbup:

kathystrick · June 29, 2008

My doctor is also part of the 6-8 weeks group. If you were able to get one sooner, you are very lucky. I am also feeling hunger pains, but fighting them as best I can. Protein Shakes help as does Water. Hoping that continues until I can finally be filled 8/5!