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Me too Kimmie!!! I wonder why some docs want to wait 6-8 weeks. My dr insists that we get our first fill at 4 weeks.

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I was banded on 9/11 and won't be getting my first fill until November 2. So far I am doing very well. I will be one month post-op tomorrow and have lost 19 pounds. I am hopeful that I will continue losing even though I am not filled.

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they wait 6 weeks to ensure proper healing- I get my fill next thursday and am praying for some restriction-even a little, please!!

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My first fill was SUPPOSED to be at 4 weeks, but they were booked too far in advance. Plus I have been in Europe this week soooo.... only 1 more week.

GuinessGirl...give us more info! how is life after 1st fill???

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Hi, My 1st Fill Is 10/24 And I Too Can't Wait. I Have Been Hungry Now For 2 Weeks. I Have Been Able To Maintain The Weight That I Have Lost, It Has Been Really Hard Though. We Just Need To Keep Strong And Know That It Will Get Better.

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Almost a week out from my first fill and still can't tell a difference. In fact I ate some ciabatta bread with my dinner last night. NO PROBLEMS... They told me to wait three weeks from the fill before calling to possibly set up another fill. I just know that I will be calling them back. Basically I am just dieting. Sometimes I wonder if I picked the right operation, then I have to remember my long list of reasons. I guess I will just be toughing this one out.

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guiness girl- I heard it could take anywhere from 3-5 fills for restriction-while that is not what we want to hear.. you will get there... keep up what you are doing- my fill is on thurs- I will let everyone know if I feel any different- I am just trying to get in the mindset not to expect restriction- if I do-awesome-if I don't then- maybe next time-by the way-what size band do you have and how much of a fill did you get??

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Not sure on my band size or type. I will be sure to ask at my next visit. I know I have .6 cc's in it currently. Today is 1 week post-fill. Still nothing. I'll keep on trucking though.

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