Hello;

I had the realize band surgery on July 2, 2008. So far I've lost 32 pounds and would like to lose another 40 pounds. I have not had any fills yet. My doctor feels that I don't need one right now since I've done well so far without one. I'm beginning to feel a little hungrier between meals and would like to call my doctor and ask for a fill. However, I'm afraid since it seems that almost everyone has vomiting and sliming issues after a fill. Has anyone had a fill and not have problems?

I'm a newbie but the point of the fill is to find your "sweet spot" where you can eat most things, (of course low cal high protein to lose) remain full for up to 5-6 hours, and feel fine. Some people want their bands super tight (not me) and some just haven't found the "sweet spot" yet. If you have no fill, odds are you won't notice any difference. For many it takes 2, 3, or more tries (and some unfills) to hit "the spot". Also, as you lose, the band may loosen and you'll need adjustments. The adjustability is the beauty of the band; put it to work for you! Get a fill. If you are slimeing and uncomfortable, you can always get some taken out. It's a process but with patience you'll strike gold!

I hope I was clear....if you are restricted but not too restricted, you'll only PB or slime if you don't chew properly or hurry too much. Some have certain dry foods they can't eat, or foods like white bread (that ball up) and others have no restrictions like that. So the "Threat" of slimeing shouldn't be enough to stop you from getting a fill. Unless you are too tight, don't chew enough, rush, or just hit a food that disagrees with you, it won't happen.