Really want a fill..

[keepingfaith08 0]

Ok, so it's only been about 2 weeks (it will be 2 weeks on Friday) since I got my surgery, but I really want a fill to keep myself in check. I started mushies and my weight loss kind of stopped, so I'm hoping a fill will help with that. I know it's only been two weeks, but I'm ready for this weight to come off and I can't do that while I can eat more than I'm supposed to be able to. So has anyone heard of doctors giving fills after only 2 weeks?

[RestlessMonkey 7]

Mine won't. It's too early. This isn't bypass....you need to heal first. It will happen!

[MissBS 3]

I've never heard of a doctor giving a fill 2 weeks after surgery. Like Restless said - this is your time for healing. It is hard, but you can do it. Just focus on healing and trying to eat what you should, and not what you could. It will get better. Good luck to you!! Becky

[Jodi_620 37]

Yeah, it would be crazy to get an adjustment this early. In only two weeks, the internal sutures have not had time to heal. Just like eating solids too soon, getting a fill this early would risk you slipping the band. The band needs to heal in place properly so that you will have success. Try to be patient. Your weight stats are close to what mine were, it seems to take a long time in the beginning but before you know it you will be amazed at how quickly things are progressing.

[BellaPerdente 0]

I agree with the other posts. After about two weeks, when the pain is gone and you are feeling better, the appetite comes back. This is called bandster hell. You can't worry about weight loss during this period. You have to be patient and allow your body to heal.

[TQUAD64 9]

Ok, so it's only been about 2 weeks (it will be 2 weeks on Friday) since I got my surgery, but I really want a fill to keep myself in check. I started mushies and my weight loss kind of stopped, so I'm hoping a fill will help with that. I know it's only been two weeks, but I'm ready for this weight to come off and I can't do that while I can eat more than I'm supposed to be able to. So has anyone heard of doctors giving fills after only 2 weeks?

Wow, I am not aware that any doctor would give a fill two-weeks right after surgery. You are still in recovery mode and I am sure you have swelling going on inside from where the band was placed. We all want to reach goal quickly, but we know with the band our results will be slower.

I know it is hard, but be patient....before you know it you will have a fill and be on your way. However, I am sure you are aware that for a majority of us the first fill is not the magic bullet, so again be patient with yourself as you go through your journey!

Take care!

[keepingfaith08 0]

Thanks everyone, it's just really hard to wait, and I'm sure all of you know that already.:w00t: I appreciate everyone's reply!