penny

I had my surgery done on November 4th and have not had any restriction to speak of since I had the surgery. I've experienced no PBing, no feeling really full or sick, I am able to eat all foods still, etc. I did lose about 8 pounds, but all from being on the liquids. Because of this lack of restriction I was anxious to get my first fill. I just had my first fill (1.5) about a week ago and I really don't feel any different. When I was watching my stomach under the fluoroscopy during the fill I felt like there was restriction, but I think it was all psychological. It is cool to see the liquid flow through the band though and I do feel like the doctor gets better control by watching the barium flow through the stomach under the fluoroscopy. I have a feeling I am going to be one of those people who needs several fills before feeling that restriction that I want so much. I know I should be happy that I am not feeling sick or PBing, but I feel like if I at least had this feeling I would know this was working. Oh well. I'll probably be back to Dr Ortiz's office in a little over a month for my second fill. Dr. Martinez advised to wait at least a month before the second fill. Good Luck!

Hi there, I just got back into NC tonight from being banded by Dr. Ortiz. Don't worry about going alone, I did it and it was fine flying solo. I met some nice people who were getting banded and at my broth and walked with them. Also, the staff, doctors and Mrs. Ortiz are all as nice as everyone says they are. I was banded on Thursday November 4th and was feeling a little sore, but mostly fine that afternoon and the next day. I feel much better today although a little hungry...looking forward to my first fill. Go for it!

Hey Veronica, I am going for Surgery in a couple of weeks and appreciate your post. Good to be prepared for the gas potential! I have a question if you don't mind me asking, was this most recent fill your first fill? What is your fill level? Just curious. As someone getting ready to have the surgery, I am trying to get all the information I can about it. And a previous reply to your question was right, slow and steady wins the race...you should be proud of any weight loss! Penny

CONGRATULATIONS!! You're an inspiration to us all! You Rock! I can't wait to get banded!

Thanks for the information Michelle! I have asked if Dr. Ortiz worked with any doctor's in the NC area (I haven't heard back yet), but based on everything I'm reading it seems like it will be cheaper to go back to Mexico to get the fills. I just wish it didn't take so long to get there from NC! Thanks again and congratulations on your weight loss, you've done an awesome job!

Hello Everyone, I'm new here, but I've been reading lots of the posts over the last several weeks. I have made an appointment to be banded on November 4th with Dr. Ortiz and I have to admit while I'm mostly excited, I'm a little scared too. I might be going alone and because my family won't understand, I'm not telling them about it until I return from Mexico. I've read lots of positive posts about people's experiences, which is great, but I want to know about any bumps in the road people have experienced or things for which people weren't prepared. Please share! I'm looking to posting again a few months from November 4th with lots of positives myself!