I was banded on 12/9/09. I have had many fills and did not feel any restrictions. I was eating big portions and in between hours so I asked the DR. to really make me feel the restriction.

Now I am at 10cc filled - the most recent fill was Tues 3/2. It has been a week and I am still having trouble holding down food. I have noticed that the mornings are harder - I can barely swollow water. Where in the evenings I can eat very small amounts of mushy foods.

I am debating whether to go get some fluid removed... any suggestions? Tips?

Some bands are tighter in the morning. I can eat much better in the evening than I can in the morning. Even if you get some taken out you may still be tighter in the morning. I think it has something to do with the fluid draining from the port tube into the band while you’re lying down. That would make the band tighter. Then, after you’re up and about, the extra fluid drains back into the tube (or at least that an explanation that I’ve heard before).

If you are a week out and all you can get down are small amounts of mushies then you may need to have a little taken out. But really, only you and your doctor can answer that for you.

The Diva

Yes you are to tight! I would suggest to get some removed. Bands are tighter in the morning, thats for sure. But if you can not get stuff down I would go back and get some removed. It also happen to me was to tight and got it removed. I feel better, so will you!