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I need to get an unfill. My last fill (done at OCC) was too much. I've called the emergency rooms to see if the docs there do an unfill but they said no. I've contacted bariatric surgeons here and they won't take me on. My family doc can't do it! I live in the New Orleans/ Baton Rouge area. Any help is appreciated,

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Does anyone know of any fill centers near here that use fluoro?

The fills y'all Have received, what were the results.

Hey guys... So I had my #rd fill on Dec 13. I had 8cc and left with 8.5 because I had to have .5 taken out the next day. When I left, I really felt like a bandster. I lost 14 lbs but I havent lost any weight for about 6-7 weeks. I feel like I am hungrier now and can eat more than I was after my fill. I am exercising 3x a week and I've lost inches from that. I have lost 62lbs total but still have 30 more to go and since I have been stuck at this weight for almost 2 months, what do I need to do? I have sent several emails to the clinic but haven't gotten a response...Frustrated, please advise... Thanks

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Hey guys... So I had my #rd fill on Dec 13. I had 8cc and left with 8.5 because I had to have .5 taken out the next day. When I left, I really felt like a bandster. I lost 14 lbs but I havent lost any weight for about 6-7 weeks. I feel like I am hungrier now and can eat more than I was after my fill. I am exercising 3x a week and I've lost inches from that. I have lost 62lbs total but still have 30 more to go and since I have been stuck at this weight for almost 2 months, what do I need to do? I have sent several emails to the clinic but haven't gotten a response...Frustrated, please advise... Thanks

I had my third fill at OCC and had 8.0cc before this fill. I was given 9.0 but felt too tight so I went back and he took out .5 so now I have 8.5cc. I felt like I had a good fill then but now I seem to be able to eat more. Granted, I'm not eating a bunch for for my third fill it seems to be more than it should???? I'm just wondering if I need another fill or whats up?? Dr. So said you should be able to eat 1/3 of the size of your palm and there are definitely days I eat more.... Any input will be appreciated!

on the other side of the coin, I as wells as quite a few others on this forum got the band, never needed fills and have lost the weight we wanted to lose with no issues. Just wanted to give you as much data as you need.

Plication is only reversible for the few days. After that, it is not reversible. I was at OCC just last week and they had the new signs up about plication and one of the things it advertises is that it can be reversed. Upon further questioning, it is not. Don;t know if that plays a factor in your decision or not. I had the lap band in May 2010 at OCC. I probably would have went with plication just to avoid the fills. Good luck with your journey!!

How do I post pics? Everytime I go to upload, it says the image is too large???? Not computer literate

Going for my 3rd fill Dec 13 -14. Anyone else gonna be there??

Yes I'm doing all the above....just not happy the scale hasn't moved in several weeks... Just stays the same......

I think it's usually about 6-8 weeks

I've had my second fill about 10 weeks ago. I was wondering for the ones that have had more fills, how long after your second fill that it was time for the third? I haven't lost as much weight as I had hoped after my second fill and don't know if it's time for another one?? I was hoping to be able to go longer but now I'm thinking it's time...

You can buy extra meds from the pharmacies for the plane ride home. I would do that before staying longer plus it's cheaper

Thanks for all the input. I am getting all my fills done at the OCC. I have great restriction. I'm just not sure what to do. I am going to increase my water intake. Still can't exercise. went to the gym last night and worked out, rode the bike and my knee is killing me again... So frustrating....

I went for my second fill on labor day weekend. I was soo excited because alot of people said this is when they really started losing the weight. I have only lost about 5-7 lbs since then. I am so frustrated. I feel like I am eating well. I haven't been able to exercise due to pulling my mcl in my knee. I still have a couple more weeks before I can really do anything. I am drinking water. etc. Sometimes I think I am too tight. I have food that gets stuck often and definitely have certain foods I can't eat.....Not for sure where to go from here. Do i just need to give it time?????? Very Frustrated....Thanks for your input/experiences...

I got 5.8 on my first fill and just had my 2nd fill and have a total of 8cc now..

Anyone going down for a fill on Sept 11th? I will be having my 2nd fill. Excited, hoping I will start losing faster!!! Too impatient....

Att has a $5 plan for Mexico. If you are going to use your debit card, let your bank know ahead of time because they have to do something to make sure it works over there. Found that out a little too late...

I am 12 weeks post op and I get hiccups at least 7-8 times a day. It doesn't last long. I know a part of it is when you are full, that is a sign to "stop" and I do. Weird though...

Once you go back to solids, you probably won't lose either. That's the way it was for me.

like a week.

Mine lasted about 10 days. Gas X and walking really helps!! Good luck!

Going for my first fill this Sat, June 28, anyone else going to be there? Also, any tips or suggestions?

I am going back for my fill on June 19. My husband was saying that alot of the Mexicans are mad at the Americans right now with the recent shooting of the 14 year old that was shot crossing the border. Just wondering of anyone has heard anything. We had no problems when we went in May for surgery just curious.

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When you are ready to go shopping, the taxis are waiting outside the hotel. We asked the drivers if they spoke english and if they didn't, we would get one that could. We felt very safe there even when shopping. Just do like they say and don't be out after dark. We took a suitcase and it helped when we came home because we had bought a ton of stuff. Make sure it has wheels because you will be very sore. Gas X strips were very helpful. They give you about 4 pain pills when you leave the clinic. Make sure you save one for the flight home. Doesn't really matter where you stay,(Marriott/Lucerna) they both have the OCC special of broth,juice.etc. Hope this helps!! Good luck!!

Does anyone know what the rules are around when we can lift weights and or swim after surgery?

I think swimming is ok after 3-4 weeks as long as your incisions look ok. As for weight lifting, no abdomen workouts for 3 months I believe....