New Bandster

MissPat · May 20, 2004

Hi!

I received my lap band April 23rd. I have finished my 3 weeks of liquid diet and am going to have my first fill next Monday. I must say it has not been that difficult to stick to the liquid and soft food diet, but I am really looking forward to a regular diet soon. I am also a little nervious about the fill. I have no idea how or what will happen.

A couple of days ago I received a letter from my doctor saying they were closing their office the end of June and moving to Kansas. I do wish I had know that prior to surgery. I hope he will give me an idea where to go after the end of June. Has anyone else had this problem?

Anyhow I hope to find support since I do not know of any groups in my area. It also seems that there are more RNY people around than lap band.

Alexandra · May 20, 2004

Hi Miss Pat! Welcome, and congratulations on your surgery!

I'm a little surprised that your first fill is scheduled for so soon after your liquid diet ends. Usually doctors like to see how the person tolerates solid food before scheduling a fill. If I were you I'd want to see that too, since every person is different. Have you been having hunger? Any trouble with soft foods?

If your doctor is going to do an incremental fill there's nothing to worry about, except finding someone to keep up your aftercare once this doctor leaves town. I hope there will be another doctor stepping in to fill the void! Because while we can certainly provide support, we are no good at doing fills...

Nice to meet you!!