How long to wait for an unfill?

[lizzy2150 3]

Hi, everyone! I'd like some information.

I got a fill today (my fourth) and tonight my band is really tight. It's not so tight that I can't get down liquids, but it's not far from it. This is the first time that I've gotten a fill and felt like I had no choice but to stick to the liquids-only diet for a day or two (I've done it before, but not because I couldn't eat--I chose not to). If the band stays this tight, I'll need an unfill.

BUT I also know that there's sometimes swelling after a fill. So here's my question: how long should I wait to see if the excessive-feeling tightness is due to swelling or is because the band is too tight? Three days? Four? A week?

I'd also be interested in any stories from people who felt like this and then had it go away (or had it get worse--I'm interested in any information!).

Is it worth it to call my dr.? Or should I wait a few days and see what happens? What would you do?

[betheboo 40]

I'm a week out and still feeling really tight. I am seriously considering going in for an unfill... but I am not 100% sure.

[lizzy2150 3]

betheboo: Have you been on liquids the whole time? Or have you been able to eat solid food some?

[54Shirley 105]

I am always on the tight side

When I get filled, it takes a few days to a week for the swelling to go down.

So its liquids for 3 days, mushies for a day, then try food.

If after a week, you are to tight to tolerate it, then go in for a un fill.

As you lose weight, and your stomach shrinks, that band will become loser.

So I am tight in the Morning, Early Afternoon.

But come the evening when this opens up, I can eat, and get my nutrition in.

I'm not hungry ! So that's a good thing.

This morning I was able to eat a Jumbo Poached Egg, and I am content with that.

Yesterday it rained all day long. I could not eat a thing until the evening.

The weather, and stress can play a big part in that band tightening up on you.

Just thought I would pass this along.

[Catherine55 43]

Don't mess around with your band being too tight. Call your doctor tomorrow, if you haven't already, and ask him/her what to do. The easiest way to mess up your band is by keeping it too tight. It's worth at least a call to the dr.'s office to find out if you need to get an unfill. And, if you do need one, do what you can to get in right away for it.

I hope that helps -- and good luck with the unfill!

Catherine

[karewpah 173]

Wait 3-4 days and then reassess. If still too tight, then go to your dr

[MiciRose 0]

Hi, everyone! I'd like some information.

I got a fill today (my fourth) and tonight my band is really tight. It's not so tight that I can't get down liquids, but it's not far from it. This is the first time that I've gotten a fill and felt like I had no choice but to stick to the liquids-only diet for a day or two (I've done it before, but not because I couldn't eat--I chose not to). If the band stays this tight, I'll need an unfill.

BUT I also know that there's sometimes swelling after a fill. So here's my question: how long should I wait to see if the excessive-feeling tightness is due to swelling or is because the band is too tight? Three days? Four? A week?

I'd also be interested in any stories from people who felt like this and then had it go away (or had it get worse--I'm interested in any information!).

Is it worth it to call my dr.? Or should I wait a few days and see what happens? What would you do?

[MiciRose 0]

Hi Lizzy. I have had multiple unfills and fills. My doctor here in Missouri who has been absolutely wonderful says that if I am having problems with drinking liquids I need to let him know asap. There shouldn't be that much swelling. I have the problem that my port becomes tighter sometimes a week later. Currently I am at a stuck point. I have lost 61 pounds since surgery on march 16th. I have been a steady loser except for the problems the last couple of months. However I have great supportive doctor and PA that I can call or talk to any time. Don't wait call and get some Fluid out.

[betheboo 40]

betheboo: Have you been on liquids the whole time? Or have you been able to eat solid food some?

Yeapers been on liquids the whole time I've lost 8 lbs this week! I am actually going to see my doctor tomorrow to have a slight unfill. Sucks b/c it's a 2 and a 1/2 hr drive each way to go to my doctor. But I am getting really sick of smoothies and Water . Hoping to feel better by the end of the weekend!

[lizzy2150 3]

I'm actually feeling better tonight. The band is tight, but I don't think it's too tight now. I've been able to eat solid food in small amounts, so I think everything will be okay. I'm going to give it the weekend and see how I feel Monday.

[betheboo 40]

I ended up gettin unfill .7 ml & I feel sooo much better!

[kll724 3,055]

I ended up gettin unfill .7 ml & I feel sooo much better!

Good for you!

[kll724 3,055]

I'm actually feeling better tonight. The band is tight, but I don't think it's too tight now. I've been able to eat solid food in small amounts, so I think everything will be okay. I'm going to give it the weekend and see how I feel Monday.

I hope that you can get eh same results that Betheboo did. She had slight unfill and feels better, now! Karen