Katri

My lap band surgery took place in Mexico in 2003. I lost some weight due to the surgery but most my weight fell off when I grieved the passing of my mother. It's been five years and I've had few complications. In the last 3 months, I'm concerned about painful tugging I've felt underneath the skin where my port is. I don't know what it is. Anyone familiar with this tugging and know what to do about it?

Nanook, I just found this website today. My lap band surgery was done in Mexico back in 2003. I lost some weight but most of it came two years ago when my mother passed. I often have trouble with the feeling of my throat muscles constricting and unable to swallow. It's a different feeling then when food is actually stuck at the top of the band. Lately I've felt a very uncomfortable tugging under my skin where the port is. I've thought seriously of removing the band but am not sure of the cost and complications. Since you've had yours removed, will you please share your experience with me? Katri