Hi Everyone.

Im new to this forum and newly banded on 14 Oct 2010. My recovery was going pretty well, this wonderful forum has helped so much THANK YOU.

Until....

Last night.

When im sitting or laying down all is ok. But when I stand up it feels like my port area is "Hanging" and sooooo sore. Its hard to describe but if i put a pillow over the site and kind of hold it, it gives some relief. Its like I cant stand up straight, like it wants to rip.

My port is located to the left, near my hip... I have a large swollen tummy too so this doesn't help either i guess.

Please - Anyone - If you can offer any advice or just make me feel better by telling me its normal :w00t: Id feel much better.

Rest for a few days. If the port has detatched itself from the abdominal wall the only way of getting it to re-heal is to stop moving the muscles in that area...Everytime you do, as I'm sure you know, the muscles or tissues essentially tear themselves and heal. If you stay positioned it will give the tissues a chance to heal.

If the problem persists see your surgeon...The last thing you'll want is a flipped port.

I was about 10 days post op when I had a minor family emergency. I essentially OVER DID IT and my port site was actually more painful than it was immediately post op. I rested and used cold packs on the area. Note I said "cold packs" such as rice bag that has been in the freezer. Ice bags are great, but if you use Ice don't put it right next to the skin or leave on too long...my opinion

cold packs such as rice bags, cherry pit bags etc. are cold enough to give relief without being too cold and uncomfortable or messy.

HOPE you feel better SOON!