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My port is just under my sternum. I had lapband in 2008. It took me 3 to 5 months to get used to it. I wore a sports bra for the longest. It tends to get sore lately. The wire bras don't bother it anymore.

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i know this might sound weird for you all, but how does this look like? how long will this port stay in there? will the band stay in forever or not?

i am just starting to get infos about the lap band, so i am sorry if this sounds stupid to you.

i talked to my insurance today and the lady there said: you know, there are a lot of people who would never do this surgery again and they regret doing it.

this through me for a loop and after i hung up, i was very sad. i look forward learning a lot and as much as possible here. thanks!

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It's a slow weight loss you have to do it right everyone is different my pain was there I made it over a hill now running in the valley.I. would do it all over again some people may not you know your body how you handle things do what is right for you. May you be blessed in your decision.

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Mine is on the left about 3 inches from my belly button and 2 inches above my natural waistline.

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