pamB_banded

Well I just got back from my first fill. He did it under flouroscopy. He filled it with 4cc. So far I can swallow ok. It went very smooth and didn't hurt.

:thumbup:This am I am going for my first fill. Can I have something to drink such as protein shake, coffee, before going. They never told I had to be npo. Would like your feedback. Thanks

I had terrible left shoulder pain for the first 5-6 days, I was banded Dec 30 09. I was told it was trapped gas from the position they put you in and fill you with air. It was recommended I take some gas x chewable of course, and with in a day or two was much better, that and walking. Only problem, I had the flu on top of everything, but have lost 9 lb in 2 weeks.

Hi Denise, I also was banded Dec 30. Every Doctor is different some are more conservative, and some more liberal. I was told in a couple of days I could have chopped foods, but I also had a educational nurse and dietician that gave me information about protecting the pouch. I stayed on liquids until my first Dr. Appt. which I was told everything going good and could start eating soft foods,, Leave it to me, give me an inch and I'll take a mile. I went to lunch to a Mexican rest. with family and had an enchalada, did ok then later that night ate some meat loaf that was drier and it felt like elephant sitting on my chest for about 3-4 hours. You learn quick what you can't do. I lost 6 lbs my first week, the key is continue to drink your protein, I have trouble getting my water in. Restless monkey gave good advice to me that not every one losses right away due to added hydration during surgery. My lap band wasn't filled at surgery, I have an appt Feb 9th for my first fill. Do you have a support group to go to. That also helps. Keep your chin up, drink your protein and water. Pam Pam

Hi unsure15 I am back from my 1 week checkup. I lost 6 lbs this week. I was told I can start on soft foods since I haven't had any problems. I think every Dr is different, It's kind of scary to start new foods.

I am a newbie, I was banded 12/30/08. So I am a week out. I see my Doctor tomorrow. I am better now but the first 4-5 days I had alot of Left shoulder pain, gas I supposed. Tomorrow I will find out how much weight I have lost.:thumbup: This is my first ever post. Pam