I need help/advice from fill veterans

Zoe · January 31, 2005

Natalia, I had a similar experience with a tight fill, but I'm on a much slower timeline than you are. After my first fill of 1.2 cc I didn't have much restriction; it would come and go, and I was able to eat pretty big quantities, although certain foods (like eggs) always got stuck. I was exercising a lot, so I was still losing a few pounds and quite a few inches, but I was baffled as to why I could eat full servings of just about everything instead of the minute portions I had read about here.

So the holidays ended and I went in for another fill. This time not only did I get instant restriction, but I could feel every single swallow. I even made an appointment for an unfill after I had trouble swallowing water one night. That problem resolved itself, though, and now I think I have the normal restriction I had heard about.

Yes, it is a real shock after having a pretty loose band for months!

For me, the key is chewing the hell out of every bite, and avoiding dry meats. I also allow myself the occasional indulgence; for me, that means dessert. Yes, I know melted liquid goes right through the band, but even with one scoop of super-rich real ice cream twice a week, I'm still averaging 1000 - 1200 calories a day, well below my metabolic requirement of 1750 (that's how much I burn just sleeping and standing still). Give yourself a few days to get used to the restriction, and stay away from those eggs!

February 11, 2005

I had my surgery 11-18-04 by Dr. de la Garza and I had my first fill 1-28-05. t's been two weeks and I am experiencing the same disomfort you are, except maybe a little worse. I really haven't been able to eat much of anything without getting that terrible heavy feeling and then throwing up. I take really, really small bites and still get sick. I an really feel the restriction, but will it always be this way. I guess I really didn't know waht to expect after I got the fill. I believe my fill was 2.2. I am wanting some feed back on what I should expect. Thanks for any information you can give me!

SHAZ · February 11, 2005

Scrambled eggs are a no-no for me and also rice. But broiled salmon is the worst!!! It gives me that awful golf-ball effect with pain. In the past I ate a lot of fresh salmon, broiled , as it was my favorite dish (bomber). But, it's ok. I am still very happy to have my band!