I'm curious. Some people say they have more gas and feel bloated for a few days after they get a fill. Some people feel exactly the same no matter what. Others have different experiences entirely.

So what's your experience? Do you physically feel any different in the week or so after you have Fluid added to your band? What differences do you notice? How long does it last? How soon do you notice the difference?

Thanks for sating my curiosity

I feel normal, I can usually feel increased restriction for a day or two and then it goes away and I feel normal again. I have never had a fill where I could suddenly eat dramatically less, it was always barely noticeable but just enough to keep weight loss going.

When the doctor is in the process of giving me a fill, I do feel a bit different. It's like I can feel the band tightening around my stomach as he is pushing the saline in. I've never felt any bloating or gas after the fill, just this weird feeling right where the band is. After the first few fills in the beginning, I felt restriction for a couple of weeks and then it went back to normal. The last fill that I had, which was in July, I felt restriction immediately and still have good restriction. I think I was actually too tight after the last one and eventually it loosened up a bit, but not enough to where I need another fill. I feel like I'm at my sweet spot right now.

I just had my first fill done yesterday. At the time of the fill, I didn't feel much different. In fact, I was hungry when I went in for the fill. But later, I had an upset stomach and overnight I did as well. This morning, I feel a lil off. I don't feel like I could handle eating much right now. My stomach is still gurgling away. Im on liquid for today as well anyway... I will be on soft food tommorow. I hope to not have an upset tummy EVERY time I get a fill. That was not fun.

I feel normal, I can usually feel increased restriction for a day or two and then it goes away and I feel normal again. I have never had a fill where I could suddenly eat dramatically less, it was always barely noticeable but just enough to keep weight loss going.

Ditto

(I know just copying someone else's reply is sorta cheating, but that's my exact reaction to a fill )

I usually feel just fine after a fill. I go about my normal daily tasks. I've never had an upset stomach or anything.

It seems to take me a week or so before I notice the impact the fill has had on me. Initially, I don't feel any difference, but after a week (or week and a half) I notice that I feel full quicker and for longer periods.

My doc told me this was common, that it takes some time for the fill to "kick in" and for your brain to register what the fill is trying to do. . .

I've read that others feel it right away, but not me?!

Lisa

When I had my first fill... I didnt feel any different except I had major shoulder pain! :biggrin: The PA said that the filled band may have pushed on my diaphram which then in turn caused the pain. It did subside after a day or so. But after my second fill I felt like I had just eaten a full Thanksgiving meal! I felt that full feeling for a couple of days until the swelling went down. I'm good now. I went for a 3rd fill and the doctor wouldnt fill the band anymore. He said that my weight loss was going really well and since I had occasional issues with food getting stuck he wanted to be sure I could handle the fills without the possibility of stretching out my pouch. :biggrin: So, I guess for the most part I'm at my "sweet spot" but would like just a smidge more to be honest. We'll see what happens in a few weeks.

I just had my first fill done yesterday. At the time of the fill, I didn't feel much different. In fact, I was hungry when I went in for the fill. But later, I had an upset stomach and overnight I did as well. This morning, I feel a lil off. I don't feel like I could handle eating much right now. My stomach is still gurgling away. Im on liquid for today as well anyway... I will be on soft food tommorow. I hope to not have an upset tummy EVERY time I get a fill. That was not fun.:biggrin:

First off, let me tell you I TOTALLY ADORE your screen name! That is so cute!

I'm sorry that your having these problems. . . you know guys the more I read about what really goes on with this band thing the more I am worried about getting it done. . . I'm not talking myself out of it yet, still going to the seminar and inital doctors visit, only now I'm getting a bit more leary about it. . is this normal? Did anyone else read and get involved with this site BEFORE they got their band and feel this way? What did you do????? HELP :biggrin:

I had 'cold feet' for a full year before being banded...in that time I read all of the forums and realized that the band is a 'tool' to help you lose weight and KEEP IT Off..you do have to take responsiblity for the correct food choices but the band helps you to not overeat. Honestly I feel as tho this is the best thing I have ever done for myself. The folks on the forum have offered a wealth of knowledge and encouragement ..it was so nice knowing my questions can be answered even before I ask them. Good luck with your decision...don't be afraid of the 'fills', they are your friend!!!!!! Pam

I must be the odd man out here! After a fill I usually feel okay the day of but for about 3-4 days after I feel like I've come down with the flu. No stomach upset or anything like that, but really achy and just not feeling well. I'm not sure if it has anything to do with the fact that I can't eat much right away due to swelling, thus causing my body to go out of whack or what. I DREAD getting fills but I think the one I had on Tuesday will probably be my last. I'm pretty sure this will be my sweet spot....:blushing: Especially considering I've lost 6 pounds in 5 days!

I've had 2 fills, with my 3rd tomorrow and I haven't felt any different when I've gotten them. I usually have my appointments at 7am on a Monday morning, go to work, eat breakfast and continue on my day with no problems. I don't feel any restriction so maybe that will make a difference in how I feel, but I doubt it.

I've only had one and I didn't feel any different afterwards.

I don't feel any different. I have had 2 fills for a total of 3.5 cc's I can eat anything and eat about a cup of food but try and keep it to 1/2 cup. I need to drink more water between eating so i don't get hungrey.

I just got my 3rd fill yesterday. When I got home last night and tried to drink water, I could tell I am tighter and it takes a little bit longer for liquid to go down. I am on liquids until later tonight, but I can tell a difference. I am hungry because I am just doing liquids, but I can tell a difference.

Well i get lost of restriction for the first couple of days and then it gets better. But i will say that some days i can eat more than i feel i should and then others i can hardly eat anything. I lost 65 pounds in 10 months so i feel im not doing to bad.:tongue2:

OMG-what a great post. Once I don't read or go to this site for a week or so, I am so glad when I get back. I learn so much from yall. This is the best web site for anyone who has had or is thinking a/b the band. I haven't had my first fill yet-it's scheduled for 10/12--I had a few days of bad nausea after surgery-I'm doing sooo good now. The fills scare me-I don't want to be nauseous again, but if I am, I'll make it through.