RESTRICTION

For those of you who were banded: Did you feel much restriction before your first fill? I have restriction but not a whole lot. I can drink an entire protein shake in like 5 minutes. half a can of soup in the same time. Is this normal? I know its NOWHERE close to what I used to eat BUT I was under the impression that Id be sip sip sipping for a while and eating baby spoons of food....

Hi Jullee, As you know I haven't been banded yet - but from reading posts for the past 6 months, I believe you don't feel much restriction before your first fill. Alot of people refer to "banster hell" - when you haven't had a fill yet and are starving......doesn't sound like you're starving....so that's good. Hang in there - I'll be on your side soon - and can't wait!! Kathy

Thanks Kathy...ive heard it too I should have known better. Im not starving but I do get hungry. Guess i shouldnt complain! how are you feeling? Getting excited?

I guess being hungry is normal - but at least you aren't starving. I would consider that hell. I'm very, very excited! Can't wait to go weigh in on Monday. According to the scale here at work, I've lost 11 pounds...so Dr. Roye should be happy with that...he suggested 10. So I'm all set for Thursday....god, I can't wait!!!

Jullee, From what I've heard....the swelling from having the band placed gives some restriction right after surgery. As the swelling goes down, so goes the restriction. That's why most docs wait 4-6 weeks for the 1st fill. Now remember to remind me of this when it's my turn!!! Patty

Yeah Patty that is what I heard too, I do go in six weeks for a fill..cant wait for that....thanks for the advice!!