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I had surgery 11/12 and down 50 pounds, started at 243 and today weighed in at 193! I have had two fills, first was 5 wks after surgery and 2nd was 2 wks ago. My band is a 10cc and I'm at 5.2, the last fill was only .2, since then I have had headaches and stomach cramps after I eat and I'm concerned its related to my fill. My first fill was too much and they had to remove some, I had immediately felt sick and couldn't eat without getting nauseated Has anyone else experienced headaches after a fill? My next one is in 2 wks and I'm debating if I should wait that long for my appt. I appreciate any advice/help!

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Well first off, Congrats on the weight loss! So exciting!

Could you be dehydrated? I get headaches when I am dehydrated. If your are too tight then maybe you are not getting enough fluids. I always say if you are not sure why not call your doctor and ask. Good luck!

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The vegus nerve runs from your stomach to your head. It is possible with the increased pressure to have headaches from a fill.

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I also get headaches if I have not drank enough Water. Congrats on your weight loss you are doing great! I also agree if you are concerned call your doctor.

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I drink Water all day long and even have increased it bc of my concern... I can def tell my band is tighter now, its almost uncomfortable at times

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I had a fill yesterday and I have had a headache ever since. It could be because I haven't had caffeine in a few days. I usually drink iced tea. Also, I've felt a little nauseated but I don't know if that is from the fill or because there is a stomach virus going around. My youngest daughter was sick last week with it. Just wanted to see if anyone has had any nausea after a fill.

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I would be careful with that, after my first fill I got super nauseated after I ate and my chest started hurting. Turns out, I had too much of a fill. Just keep an eye out, stick to your liquids!

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Definitely the fill could be causing your headaches. I have had my band for 6 years and have never been able to keep a fill. No matter how small a fill I get I have shoulder, neck, and jaw pain along with a headache. Don't torture yourself, if it isn't gone by tomorrow, get into the doctor to get some out. Listen to your body, its telling you something isn't right! Good Luck!

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Call your doctor and check in.

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I definitely think that my headache and nausea was due to the virus that has been going around our community. I feel great now.

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Still experiencing headaches after every time I eat, I will def be calling the doc on Monday, its been going on for 3 weeks now and I'm pretty sure its band related. Maybe I will just always be good at 5cc and i didnt need that extra .2!

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