Hi all.

I went for my second fill this past wednesday and to my surprise the doctor said they did not want to give me a fill, concerned that I would be too tight.

Here is some history:

Starting Weight--262

Surgery -- May 12th

First Fill--Jul 2nd

Current Weight --224

Weight Lost after first fill -- 12 lbs.

Has this happened to anyone else? They wanted me to wait 2 months until my next appt., but I was not comfortable with that so I am going back in 5 weeks instead to see where I am at.

I don't feel hungry, except the week before my cycle where I crave like crazy!!! But hopefully starting the pill again and getting back on a normal cycle will curb alot of that. Thankfully I can recognize it is only related to my cycle..other than that I am usually full from my meals and only have snacks (healthy ones) on occasion.

So tell me your take on this...

Hi all.

I went for my second fill this past wednesday and to my surprise the doctor said they did not want to give me a fill, concerned that I would be too tight.

Here is some history:

Starting Weight--262

Surgery -- May 12th

First Fill--Jul 2nd

Current Weight --224

Weight Lost after first fill -- 12 lbs.

Has this happened to anyone else? They wanted me to wait 2 months until my next appt., but I was not comfortable with that so I am going back in 5 weeks instead to see where I am at.

I don't feel hungry, except the week before my cycle where I crave like crazy!!! But hopefully starting the pill again and getting back on a normal cycle will curb alot of that. Thankfully I can recognize it is only related to my cycle..other than that I am usually full from my meals and only have Snacks (healthy ones) on occasion.

So tell me your take on this...

I think you are doing great. I have talked to many people who get fills every two weeks. My surgeon will only do it every 6 weeks! I was banded June 4th and filled once. I have only lost ten lbs. I can't wait for another fill! I am also on the pill, but I am an emotional eater. I have to really watch for that by keeping busy. I know the doctors want you to lose no more than 2-3 lbs per week. You have already lost quite a bit and that is awesome! I hope you continue to reach your goal. I don't blame you for making an appointment. Only you know how your body feels. At least you can talk with them!

Kristi

I think the key to your situation is this: "I don't feel hungry". If you're not feeling hungry between meals, not able to eat over 1.5 cups at each sitting, not fighting the urge to snack all the time, then you probably don't need a fill. Later, when (if) all that starts to happen, is the time you'll need it. Your band only holds so much fluid, why fill it up, when your body isn't asking you to? Better to leave that in reserve for when it's needed. If you are not hungry most of the time (allowing for fluctuations from ToM), a fill will only make you too tight. I think your doctor did the right thing.

i would listen to your doctor. as long as you're not hungry and are losing weight i wouldn't get a fill just yet.

i had my 2nd fill in june and haven't felt the need for another one (if anything i'm a little too tight). my weight loss had plateau'd for about 2 weeks but now i'm losing again.

patience is the key here. you want the weight to come off slowly.

Why did you schedule the fill? Have you plateaued with your loss?

You mentioned that "you weren't hungry".....those are the reasons to get a fill, don't feel like you have to stay on a time - line. My first fill lasted MONTHS! Don't forget to exercise!

thanks for all the positive feedback! my doctor automatically scheduled the appt. for me. i think even if i was not going in for a fill they would just schedule a follow-up to keep tabs on me since it is still so early on. and i am gad for that cause i can talk to them about any concerns while on this journey. i may not even get a fill in the next visit but since appts. can be hard to come by (he only does fills one day a weeK) its nice to know i have it scheduled should i need it.

time will tell with all of this i guess. i am being patient and all in all think it is coming off the way it should thus far. its one heck of a journey and the support here is so great! i will keep ya'll posted on the next appt.