I have such a problem with fills......

[icuwalsh 0]

First - let me give you a history of my fills. My first fill was fine. My second fill was to tight but I knew it while I was there. (I threw up the water) They had tried to fill me to 2cc. They ended up leaving me at 1.3. My next fill - I had lost some saline - was down to .8 - anyway they put me up to 1.5. This was pretty tight at first but was evenutally bearable. I threw up several times that first week but it eventually subsided. - fast forward to my next fill. This time they tried to put me up to 2cc. I thought I was fine while I was there, however, it was way to tight - couldn't even drink Water over the next couple of days. Had to make an emergency trip home to get it unfilled. Instant relief. I had lost 6 lbs in 2 days. He put me down to 1cc and I had absolulutely no restriction. Went on an eating binge (enjoyed every minute of it) and gained 9lbs in 3 weeks.

Now - here I am again - 4 days after another fill. Am currently at 1.6 cc. I am tight, but nothing as bad as my last one. Can barely get down Soup or yogurt. The thought of any solid food is making me sick. I was fine for the first couple of days (drinking liquids and eating mushies) - then could feel the restriction kicking in. Now I can barely get down soup, slim fast or yogurt.

I have many questions.

Why do I have such a hard time with fills.

Does a to tight fill eventually not be to tight because you lose weight?

Do I have these problems cause my stomach swells? (they always seem to have to poke around on me to find my port).

Is this what the band is suppose to do and I'm just a wimp?

Please help me understand......................

[Carlene 12]

No one really knows why, but some people do not feel the effects of their fills for days, or even weeks.

You are too tight if you can't eat solid food...period. Eventually your body will realize that it can eat around the band and actually gain weight on liquids. Get some of that taken out - enough so you can eat moist chicken, some veggies, and a bit of nice tuna.

[jcgrove29 0]

Someone on another forum had an identical problem that was solved with medication. Apparently her stomach was very sensitive to stress among other things. I will try to find the post and copy it over who knows it may help you.

JC

[tztmama 0]

I have the exact same thing going on. Either its too tight and I get horrible back pains and can't keep any solids down or its too loose and I gain weight/feel hungry shortly after eating. I have lost about 80 lbs in the 20 months I've had the band but only once felt that my fill was about right. And it didn't last long.

[jcgrove29 0]

Ok, this is hat I found so far, I will send a message and try to find out what the name of the medicine is, anyway here is the post:

First of all, I found out what my problem is. When people eat their stomach churns and works hard to break down food so it can pass through the GI system. My stomach works REALLY hard at this task. IOW, when I eat my stomach goes into overdrive and bottom line, my stoma closes. So I am now taking drugs to prevent stomach spasms. It is working sometimes. I still can't eat fruits and veggies yet I can eat dried fruits and veggies. The dried veggies I eat taste just like potato chips so I feel like I'm cheating but the scale tells me different. I was banded in December, I have lost 70 lbs, I have 32 to go. I can't eat meat but that's okay with me, I was a vegetarian for many years and am more than happy to go back to that lifestyle.

Hope this helps. JC

[tztmama 0]

Interesting and thanks for the info. I'll check back to see if you find the name of the medicine. I really need to get these last few pounds off.

[icuwalsh 0]

I too am waiting to see if you find that medicine. In the meantime - i am trying to find a doctor in atlanta that will see me to remove some of the fill.

Thanks for all the input and support.

[jcgrove29 0]

If you have trouble finding somone in Atlanta that you feel comfortable with we have a great NP in St. Pete Florida through fill centers.

JC

[beachgirl 2]

Please post if you fine the name of it. I too have the exact same problem and would love to give it a try. Thanks in advance.

[jcgrove29 0]

OK I found the name it is scopolomine or something like that. It's the same stuff that comes in a topical patch form that goes behind your ear when you take a cruise and fear sea sickness.

Hope this is helpful, JC

[jcgrove29 0]

Typo Sorry (scopolamine)

[angelav 0]

Wow you lost over 100 lbs in less than a year. I was also banded by dr ortiz. could you please post what a day of eating and excersise is like for you.

[jcgrove29 0]

Hey, you asked for a day but I have a little extra energy so I'll give you a week. If you have any more questions please ask. Congratulations on being banded and by Dr. Ortiz!

B-Fast One weight control oatmeal packet with splenda and butter buds

One serving Dual Isolate whey Protein shake.

One large coffee with Creamer

One Bottled Water

lunch One small bowl salad w/ranch dressing or Special K bar

Another Protein Shake

One bottled Water

Walk 15-30 mins.

Afternoon snack small bag of peanuts or granola bar

one botled water

Imediately after work one bottled water walk 4miles in one hour.

Tuesday thursday weight lifting after walk.

Supper Lean cuisine and or salad, maybe a can of black eyed peas

Bottled water another Protein Shake on weight train night.

Nightly ride stationary bike if I watch TV.

Weekends: diet about the same Excercise last two weekends kayaking 10-35 miles. This weekend 40 mile bike ride (Pinellas Trail) Just got back

Night time snack lowfat yogurt.

Yard work tomorrow and grill small steaks. If I can walk :-)

kayak pics on photobucket str8jacket29 - Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting

JC

[angelav 0]

wow I feel lazy, I have to step it up a notch. Thanx for the reply

[jcgrove29 0]

No problem ,I was just re-reading my last reply and I feel exhausted!! lol

I have realy stepped up the excercise in the last month becuase I am running on no fill.

That should be corrected Tuesday. I pray that I can stay this committed/motivated after Fill.

JC