To fill or not to fill......

[Zingythingy 210]

This is quite complicated and long but I'll try to condense it.

I have had two fills pretty big ones. I have a 14cc band currently with 8cc's in it. First fill 4•5 second 2cc's. Had 1•5 from surgery... I lose 3-4 llb every week consistently. I walk daily keep as busy as possible and watch carefully everything I eat or drink... Thought I was doing ok.. However had a phone call from my dietician..(very heated in the end) She feels my weight loss is too fast?? And needs slowed down..she was recommending no more fills!! I tried to explain I didn't think it was extreme and it was determination helping me lose rather than band restriction. (did have couple of really tight days after last fill but that did settle down quickly) I'm due to fly to uk for review tomorrow and was hoping for a small fill. I feel I'm quite close to being in the green but not quite.. But now feel unsure about my appointment/progress due to her comments. Can I still request a fill? Or do I have to follow wishes of the dietician?

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[Adrienne21 106]

If you are losing weight and are satisfied for 3-5 hours inbetween meals you shouldn't need one. You don't want to end up being to tight and then get sick or risk slippage.

[Zingythingy 210]

Thanks for the reply. I'm usually satisfied for about three hours. I'll just see what they say. As long as my weight loss stays roughly the same as it is. I'm happy.. Thanks again

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[kll724 3,055]

It does sound like you are already in the green zone. You definitely are losing fast. 3-4 lbs in a week is quite a lot. You stated that you are satisfied for 3 hours. SO I,personally, agree with your nutritionist, and would not recommend a fill. But I am NOT a doctor! Karen

[silly_weasel 39]

I agree! You are doing fantastic! 3-4lbs per week is awesome! Tighter bands are associated with more problems. Plus, losing weight too quickly may lead to gallbladder problems. Keep up the great work!