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[twinmommy2014 7]

I had port revision one week ago and they put 4.5 in my 10 and (1st fill ever) and by monday, I had to have 2.5 removed b/c I was throwing up all weekend. Then today, I had a complete unfill cause I cannot keep Soup down. Please help. Are you supposed to throw up afer fills? Is my band failing me? __________________

[Sue Magoo 71]

Hi:

My surgeon recommends fluids only for first 24 hours after fill, then mushies next 24 hours after fluids only to help your body adjust to a new fill.

You are not supposed to throw up after fills.

If you are slowly introducing fluids and then mushies after a fill you probably are too tight still. Keep in mind that some people have restriction without ever having a fill. Some people don't need a fill until they've lost 70 pounds. It varies tremendously between individuals.

I hope you find your comfortable zone soon.

Take care.

Sue

[kiz 1]

Also, chances are you, when you had your overfill and started throwing up, you got some swelling around the band area, and that's why you ended up needing a complete unfill. It's very good that you didn't let this linger, and took care of it right away.

I wouldn't be worried about getting fills in the future, because your doctor will know to take it slow, and you'll know to introduce solid foods very cautiously. I'm sure your band isn't failing you. Good luck, and I hope you're feeling better soon.

Edited February 21, 2009 by kiz