Hi experienced Banded people, I have a question as to what is the average amount of fills it takes to get that loss of appetite back as I had during the 2-3 weeks post op. It was great I was super consciencious of what I ate and how I ate it and I got that full signal quickly and regularly and was losing weight consistently but as per usual the 6 week mark is up and I am back to my old ways prior to getting this band.

I worked so hard with ins companies and doctors and eventually paying out of pocket with money I shouldn't have spent to only lose 5 lbs. I am 49 and lower BMI so have my challenges. Feeling discouraged and just want to bitch. thanks for listening.

M in NY

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Hi experienced Banded people, I have a question as to what is the average amount of fills it takes to get that loss of appetite back as I had during the 2-3 weeks post op. It was great I was super consciencious of what I ate and how I ate it and I got that full signal quickly and regularly and was losing weight consistently but as per usual the 6 week mark is up and I am back to my old ways prior to getting this band.

I worked so hard with ins companies and doctors and eventually paying out of pocket with money I shouldn't have spent to only lose 5 lbs. I am 49 and lower BMI so have my challenges. Feeling discouraged and just want to bitch. thanks for listening.

M in NY

Really difficult to answer, M.....because everybody is different. I know (personally know) several people that felt some restriction from day 1, and have not gotten any fills and are losing. I think they're the exception, but still...

My doc told me that it seems to take 3-4 fills for his patients to feel good restriction (but he is very conservative on fills). I've had 4 fills and am almost 1 year out.

So, when you say you're going back to your old ways pre-band what do you mean? Are you making bad food choices? Eating portions that are too large?

Do you go to a support group? They help. Do you exercise? Exercise is really the not-so-secret ingredient for weightloss with the band. It is vital.

So take a deep breath and re-group. You can totally do this. All is not lost. Start back on the right track now.

Thank you so much Plain...you've given me food for thought. Exercise...you are right I got banded on Dec. 1 and here in the Northeast we have maybe a handful of days where there wasn't snow/ice on the ground. I love to hike and take long walks in the woods but haven't all winter! Just went back to gym to re start Yoga classes. Got laid off / no I'm lying I quit my job a few months ago...ouch..and now can't find another which makes me feel guilty and regretful.

My Doc is also conservative on her fills Plain also. thanks for giving me a boost and a dose of reality!

Your a good person....take care, M