Hello to everyone on this site. I was banded on 11/3/2008 and have lost 38 lbs since surgery, 58 lbs from first weigh-in pre-op. I have my first fill scheduled for this Tuesday and am hoping (probably false hope) that my first fill will give some actual restriction similar to the first couple of weeks post-op.

Looking forward to getting this weight off for good. I have had several bad things going on due to weight and some of these are already showing improvement, especially blood sugar control. I also see my cardiologist Monday afternoon and would not be surprised to see him doing cartwheels about me finally getting this approved and started.

Hey, there are people who get restriction with the first fill. But it is rare. Even just a little restriction will help.

Hi, I was filled at surgey (11/11/08) with 3cc and had great restriction. I was give a 1.5cc fill on 12/10/08 and have REALLY great restriction.

Prior to the December 10 fill, I was getting really hungry and started snacking. My weight stayed the same. No loss, but no gain. I track my calories (Sparkpeople.com) and I went from eating 1,100 calories a day to over 1,600 calories a day before the 12/10/08 fill.

I shared my concerns with my surgeon and she gave me the fill on December 10. Thank goodness! I am not snacking, my daily calories are around 1,000 to 1,200 a day. I track my Protein intake every day and I am right on track. I am getting my fluids in as well.

Results are different for everyone, but I just wanted to share my story with you. If I need another fill, I will get one on January 14, 09.

Good luck!

Well, Just had my first fill today with 3cc in 14cc band. I am really having to take things very slowly right now. Liquids have to go down slowly since I got home, but were OK at the surgeon's office. I do not believe I will be able to do even very soft foods if I stay like this for long. I may have some swelling from the fill, but if not, I will probably have to have maybe 1cc removed. I guess I will have to wait and see if this settles down.

I had my first fill on the 15th of dec. My dr. put in 4cc and had me drink a 6oz. glass of water didnt work and could hold down the water so he removed 1cc. and im fine its so weird what 1cc will do.:biggrin: I have lost 22 pounds since my surgery on the 13th on nov.:smile2: