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Im 9 weeks post op and im starving! Havnt had a fill yet just need some encougment from people that have been here done it sort of thing, once you had a fill was it better did it feel like when u first had band? I lost 25lb in first 5 weeks and have gained 7 lbs the last 4 getting so down now need some positivity!!!

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it is normal to gain a little after surgery. the fill will diminish your appetite and if you follow your Dr and nutritional advice you will start losing again. it is not a speedy way to lose but I think I am healthier losing slowly. my skin looks good, have had no hair loss and no longer have diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol. It will be worth it. Stay focused on your goal.

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Go get a fill. Most people get their first fill at six weeks or sooner. I was six weeks. It is the whole reason we got the adjustable tool. Once you start with fills you will begin to figure out how much restriction works for you. Call the doc and set it up. Good luck.

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A fill may or may not work. Do as your surgeon and coordinator instructs and follow the rules: Protein first, anything else second, no fluids 1 HR before or after meal, 64+ ounces of Water per day. 15 - 20 minutes to eat meal. When you feel done you are done! Not another bite.

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I was wondering the same thing. I was banded under two wks ago on a Wednesday. By that Saturday, I was already "hungry". I haven't over done it, following Drs orders. But I was wondering if my first fill will curtail my hunger pings. First fill is about two wks away.

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The first fill should be done on empty stomach ie no food for however long per your surgeon instructions. Mine says 4 hours no food before fill then liguids for 24 hours.

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I began to get hungry a couple weeks after my surgery (11/12/2014) so I thought I needed a fill, but I wasn't scheduled for my first fill until January 6. I am now staying full longer, BUT, the one thing that I still do is drink a large glass or 20 oz. bottle of Water when my tummy starts growling. If I can drink that entire amount and still be hungry, then I really do need to eat. Sometimes, my body just needs Water, and thinks it needs food. This is also what I try to do when its late at night and I want to eat something, I drink water (flavored) and then run to bed!

The other thing that fills me up for some reason is hot liquids, hot tea, or Soups for instance.

Best of luck to you :)

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