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I havent had a fill since November. Would that make it to where I was able to eat more or did I maybe stretch my stomach out a little. I am really worried about this but am not sure which it could be. I am going to go get a fill on Monday though I just havent been able to get one because I live so far away from the doctors office. Any input would be greatly appriciated. Thx -Gummie

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If you have lost weight since November, the band could be looser around your stomach. It is also possible that you stretched your pouch if you have been overeating. Be careful! If your doctor does fills under fluoroscopy, they can diagnose pouch dilation. But, if you have been following the rules, you are more likely to just be in need of a fill which you are getting! Best of luck.

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Yes - my fill center wants to have us in at least every 90 days - if only to check everything out. After 4 months - you have probably just lost a little fat from underneath your band.

Good Luck!

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Gummie, if you are eating too much it is time for a fill. You probably have not stretched your pouch. If you have lost weight it is because of the loss of weight you need to have a fill.

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Hi,

On April 4th I will have had my band for 2 years. Everything went very well, loosing almost 100 pounds in the first year. Since then I have gained back 25 pounds. I didn't loose any weight with my last two fills. I am considering getting another fill.

How do I know if my pouch has dialated short of taking a x-ray test? Also, if the pouch is dialated, what can be done about this?

Thanks,

GWFAMI

gwfami at yahoo.com:help:

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