First fill

[klk18 2]

I have my first fill on December 2nd. What should I expect?

[MamaRita 65]

My first fill was a very good experience, she numbed me with a local (which stung for just a second) then she put the bigger needle into the port ( I didn't feel a thing) she drew Fluid out to verify what I had in there, and then gave me my fill. The whole thing was quick and easy and painless:)

[klk18 2]

Did you get spitty after your first fill?

[MamaRita 65]

No not at all, and I had an aggressive fill. I have the bigger 14 cc band, and I already had 2.5 cc,so she added 4 cc to it, I still don't have a lot of restriction, but she has me going back every two weeks instead of a month, so I go back for a second fill on this Thursday

[klk18 2]

Nice! Good luck! When did you have surgery and if you don't mind me asking how much have you lost?

I'm only a month and my band is just on right now, until my first fill December 2nd. I have lost 18 my first month and now I'm at a Plateau in my weight loss.

[MamaRita 65]

I had surgery on Oct 3, I lost a total of 18 pounds from pre op diet and first two weeks post surgery. I haven't really lost any sense, but I also haven't gained any back. It can take up to a few mo this if fills, before this thing activates itself and works, so I'm not really discouraged, I'm just enjoying food in the meantime....in moderation of course lol and please feel free to ask me anything, I'm an open book:)

[Cincha300 15]

My first fill was a good experience also. It is quick and painless (besides the numbing shot as she mentioned above). I didn't have any discomfort after at all. Just remember you won't feel much restriction after your first fill. It takes 3-4 before you feel one.

The only bad experience I had in a fill was my fault because I did not eat. I had the worst day ever and wasn't eating like I should. I went to my fill hungry and thirsty so while the needle went in I got dizzy and passed out. The doctor said (and I've read this) that this can happen if you don't eat before you do your fill.. So have a bite before you go : )