Hi,

I have side pain on the left side. Feels like gas ---an ache and if I stand up it feels like a muscle pull or a bunch of gas. What is this pain? My port is on the other side. The same muscle on the side that is used to bear down is what hurts. It has been going on for days now. HELP!!!!

When were you banded? If it was about a few days ago, the pain you're having is probably gas. Mine was so bad I thought I was having a heart attack. If that's the case try taking lots of Gas-X and walking around. If you're a while post-op then I suggest you call your doctor.

I was told the pain was from them moving the liver around to get to the stomach. It has been 9 weeks and I still feel a little bit of discomfort when I do to much lifting.

I went through this after being banded too. I was worried about it but I talked to my surgeon, and then have heard from many others on the board that it has to do with the placement of the camera and all that they do with that side during surgery. I still get minor tugging sensations when I am active for awhile. It's much much better now though. If you're really concerned though, you can always ask your surgeon. Good luck!!!