Post Op port pain

[Incredible Shrinking Man 0]

This is my first post as a new bander. I had surgery 9 days ago and everything was feeling great. Starting this evening I am having pain at the port site while getting up from a sitting position. I know my port is sewn in and it feels like the muscle beneath is pulling, maybe on a stitch. If anyone has experienced this please let me know if this normal during healing as I am paranoid about any unusual feelings.

[BaileyRose 13]

I had that pain. It will go away. I use to not be able to sleep in either of my sides because it felt like my port was pulling so hard. Just try getting up a little slower... And eventually you'll feel much better.

[Incredible Shrinking Man 0]

Thanks for your reply. I just wanted to be sure this was not an infection or something. I will follow that advice.

[BaileyRose 13]

If you're concerned I'd check with your doctor. I did have a port infection. But thankfully it cleared up. If you have an infection it will be swollen, very hot to touch, red... And you'll probably have a fever. If you have any of those symptoms call your doctor asap and get an antibiotic. Hope you feel better soon!

[Rachel412 116]

It sounds completely normal! You'll soon learn to bend in a different way when you get up... it's hard to remember in the beginning but it'll become second nature to angle your body a different way so you don't pull on your port.

[Incredible Shrinking Man 0]

Thanks for the well wishes. I think I just got up wrong as i am feeling better today. No fever, no redness and cool to the touch. many things to learn on this journey.

[Incredible Shrinking Man 0]

Definitely have to find a new way to get up from sitting position. I think you are exactly right though. I think I strained the muscle a bit. I put an ice pack on and itis feeling much better. Thanks for the advice.

[Jess527 0]

That sounds kinda like what I'm feeling, except it is more uncomfortable sitting up. I feel like it is almost a burning sensation. I was thinking I needed to call my Dr. but after reading this I guess I am ok. BUT how long will it be this uncomfortable sitting in the upright position?

[Incredible Shrinking Man 0]

Hi Jess, I have been reading alot of posts on this subject and I think we will be OK. I think it's just part of the healing process. I personally am paranoid about everything that feels funny though because I just dont know what to expect. Good Luck with your weight loss.