I just started run/walking on my new tredmill. Last night while running my port area felt strange, almost like I irratated sp) it or something. Today while doing dishes I leaded into the sink & felt a little discomfort/cramping in port area. I called doc & left a message. Anyone ever have this??? TY! I have been banded for OVER 1 yr.

I feel something at my port that seems like a side ache, on the uphill portion of my walk. It does not last but is there every day. I do not worry about it but then again, it does not last...... Might want to check with your doc if you are worried!!!

I called doc/ she did not seem concerned AT ALL. It seems to be getting worse. pain when I bend over or stand up straight or touch port area. I am not going to live w/ this. This is NOT normal for me. I made an app to be seen. I'm scared I did damage. How can they tell w/out opening me up????

I am a every day biker and since I have been banded, I also pain in my port site about every other day, especially when i am crouching down and accelerating. I mentioned this and they told me its because I don't suck in my stomach muscles and they are vulnerable to the postiion I am in when I am biking...Just a thought. May try a binder if you have one lying around.

I am a every day biker and since I have been banded, I also pain in my port site about every other day, especially when i am crouching down and accelerating. I mentioned this and they told me its because I don't suck in my stomach muscles and they are vulnerable to the postiion I am in when I am biking...Just a thought. May try a binder if you have one lying around.

Thank you both for replying. What is a binder?? The pain got really bad yesterday. I felt like I just had surgery all over. hurt to touch, bend over sit up lay down ect... Got very scary! I am feeling better today but I will keep my app for fri. TY!

Well, apparently a scan does not even show if you pulled out a stitch. :frown: I guess she did the scan to make sure everything was still working right. Did GI ect. Scan was good. BUT she thinks I may have pulled a stitch. So, she is hoping it will just heal on its own. :frown: If it keeps bothering me she will go in & move my port down.

Plus when I start exercising again I will wear a binder around my belly for more support. Just ordered one for $15.00 This is where I am at for now. :frown:

__________________

Just a regular abd binder should do it for you. I talked to my Doc again yesterday due to the cont port pain with biking. She wasn't concerned and thought the binder was a good idea..Make sure it is nice and tight but breathable...make sure your diaphragm can still move.....Good luck

Thanks Onenutty!!! I appreciate all the info! Good luck to u too! Good news was I was down 5 pounds since last visit in Jan! :-)