Had to have fluid removed for the first time

Startingover! · March 11, 2009

So last Thursday I had my 5th fill which brought me to 1.5cc. The very next day I was unable to hold down liquids or solids. I was throwing up uncontrollably, even waking me up from a dead sleep. But I also had a headache, fever, body aches and just didn't feel good. So I called my doc today and sure enough I had all the signs (less the flu symptoms) of too much Fluid in my band. So I went in today and they took some out. Now I'm worried that it will limit my weight loss.

Does this mean that I will never be able to have anymore put in my band? I should have asked the doc that today, but forgot!!

DanaM · March 11, 2009

Dang 5 fills only put you at 1.5cc. I just had my 5th fill yesterday and it put me at 7.5cc. I have the 9cc. realize band. That does not mean you cant put Fluid in the band. You can get as many fills as you need.

bandfun4me · March 11, 2009

If you had a fill yesterday, why are you back to solids already. My dr advises us to 48 hours liquids and 48 hrs mushy before going back to soft foods and gradually getting back to normal foods. Take it easy. You must have a 4cc band. I have a 10cc Lapband and have 9.cc(9 fills) some small, some were 1cc , slow and steady. Yes you will have to re learn how to eat each time you get a new fill. Also if I may advise you, if you do any vomiting, after that point you should be back on all liquids for at least 24 hrs, rotating cold and warm broths /soups/teas. etc. That will cause you some internal stress and swelling. Slow down and chew, chew and chew till liquid. Take the liquids slowly as well. Hopefully the flu bug will pass quickly, lots of extra fluids till you are floating..You should be able to call and get some suggestions form your dr as well. keep them informed on what is going on in case you need to get back in there pretty quickly for another slight unfill while u are sick. EASY DOES IT...:thumbup:

Edited March 11, 2009 by bandfun4me