How much fill in a 14cc band

[bayareanan 24]

I have 7.25 in a 14cc band. My current doc thinks that is enough but I dont think so. I was banded 11 months ago and have only lost 45lbs. In the last 6 months I haveonly lost 10of that amount.

The doc who did my surgery wanted to bring me to at least 8 but I moved and had to use the only doc in my new town now.

So, how much does everyone else have in this size band?

[Jess55 97]

Everyone differs on how much they have/need in their band. So asking people isn't going to change if YOU feel if you need more. Read the thread in the post op forum about the green zone to decide if you need a fill. I personally have 0.75 ml (probably more like one with the teeny bit that was in there that the band came with.). Am I hungry between meals, yep, but I've decided to do it my own way and see what works for me. In fact I plateaued and had to start eating mor to lose, something Iay not have been able to do if my band was tight.

So figure out what works for you and if you feel like you need a fill get one and don't let you're doc tell you know (unless you're pbing or vomitting or getting stuck, then please do not get one)

[LapBandDan 0]

I also have a 14cc band, I'm still trying to find the best zone but I'm getting there. 5cc felt like nothing and I was gaining weight, received a 1cc fill to 6cc and had many issues that didn't start until 5-6 days after. I started to have heartburn, reflux at night and could only eat soft foods. I lost weight during this time but needed to eat solid food. My doctor removed .5cc so now I'm at 5.5cc and it seems a lot better.

[california dreaming 0]

Hi, I have an 11cc band, was banded oct.2009 and to date have lost 70lbs. I am filled at 9.75 and thought something was wrong because I'm filled so tight but works for me.

My Dr said I am the tightest patient filled out of an 11 cc band. I had an upper GI and all went down. It all varies with each individual. Good Luck

[KimK813 2]

I have a 14cc band. i was banded one year ago tomorrow. I currently have 10cc in my band. It took several months to get there, but everyone is different. REMEMBER, the band is a tool that has to be used properly, not a magic wand!

Keep at it and you will see results!

Good luck, everyone!