So I had my port moved an it just below my sternum and the to left (my left). I've always had it near my umbilical area but because of multiple port flips, me chose this higher up location. I'm afraid of how my full will feel tomorrow. At least in the belly there's lots of fat and not too much pain. Hopefully he will use lidocaine because of my location.

Anyone else have their port moved to the sternum area from the belly? Does it hurt?

Hi, my port was placed there from the beginning which was two and a half years ago. I have had no problems with its placement there. Good luck with your fill. It will be a little pinch and that's it.

Interesting, I read some of your other posts. Can you see the port under the skin in that position or is it well hidden?

I also have my port placed on my sternum, it is quite common for that here in the UK. As it is stitched to bone u rarely get any port movement or problems. It is also very handy being there in case u go in for any TT or other surgery on your abdomen as the port does not need to be moved, even with all my surgeries for skin removal the port didn't need moving and that included a major breast lift. It is very close to the surface with just skin over it so fills don't hurt and u may be able to see it once u lose all your weight and remove your bra, but not like some placement of ports where u can see them through clothing or if u wear a swimming costume or bikini. It doesn't get in the way if u sleep on your side and doesn't move around if u exercise. To me its a great place to have a port

Thanks so much for your feedback. It's so foreign for it to be up in that area, everyone I know how theirs placed in the belly area, a coworker of mine has hers almost on her side. I do like the sternum placement so far, it's so far north of being in the way of hitting the edge of tables and desks, and I can definitely see the exercise aspect (that is why my port fell the first two times, as I was working out 5 days a week at the gym).

When it was in my belly area he never used lidocaine and I know for the other surgeons in the office, they do use it. I was afraid of the less fatty area being more sensitive. Guess ill find out in a little bit

As for being able to see it, if I'm laying on my back and I engage my abs to lift my head, I do notice it more raised on the left side, but laying and no an engagement, standing, etc... I do not notice a bulge. It really does seem like an ideal spot.

Just got back from the doctors office. I asked for lidocaine because I was feeling less confident as I laid on the table. Of course I didn't even feel the pinch of the needle but the lidocaine burned. Then the fill was the easiest fill I've ever had (and I've had a lot). No fishing, the PA was in and out. She added 1cc which is a lot for me because I am normally sensitive to my fills and can usually only go a quarter at a time but since I was empty I said go for it.

So far it's a little tight, I'm going to walk and stretch and see if that helps get the blood and fluids moving. If not, ill stop back in after work and have her remove half.

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No you can't see it but you can definitely feel it. Some days more than others.

Ugh, I spoke to soon. I am sitting in the ER right now waiting for a resident to come take some fluid out. I hate that I am so sensitive and can only get .25 cc at a time or I can't swallow.

Wow! I hate to hear that. Hope it works out for you.

My surgeon does my fills and he always gets it on the first shot, and always gives lido. My wife has been having some port pain and he said they may have to take a look at it. Did you have a lot of problems with your other port placement?

I have had many problems with my port placements. From falling to tearing to becoming encompassed in an abscess. I'm the poster child for lap band failure, lol. Hopefully your wife is ok. I have a love hate relationship with my lapband. It has help change my life but my body and it do not get along at all and every day it's a battle.