I'm 1 1/2 weeks post op. I feel like I'm healing nicely for the most part. But I still get very uncomfortable under my chest area. Anyone else experiencing discomfort where the port is? Is this normal?

My port area was sore for quite a while (can't give you a specific time frame). I remember that was the last part of feeling better in the healing process, for me anyway. Even now, 4 1/2 months out, the port gets sore sometimes...maybe its just because im so conscious of it at times.

If you are concerned or feel there is a problem give your doc a call.

I'm 1 1/2 weeks post op. I feel like I'm healing nicely for the most part. But I still get very uncomfortable under my chest area. Anyone else experiencing discomfort where the port is? Is this normal?

Shelley, I'm right there with you. 1 1/2 weeks out and the port site (mid stomach) and the band site (under left boob) are tender and make it difficult to bend over. My husband thinks it is just all the nerve endings healing on the inside. I see the Dr. on Tuesday and will see if this is normal.

mine port was tender for about a month after sugery...its healing (scar tissue forming)

one day you wont even remember you friend is there

Edited February 2, 201412 yr by ☠carolinagirl☠

I am 16 days post op and the port area is still a little tender. It is mostly sore first thing in the morning and when I bend. I still cannot wear pants or anything that is fitted around my waist. Good news is my incisions are healing nicely and all the bruising is gone.

Everyone's body heals differently but according to my doctor the port area will be tender for a few weeks.

Best of luck to you!

I was banded in September. My port area still gets sore every now and then. My cat likes to jump up and stand on it, mush it, "make paws" on it, and then lay down on it. That hurts LOL. My doc finds that funny If you are worried about it, give your doc a call.

Mine was sensitive for about a month. It was better over time but it'd remind me that it was there.

Thanks everyone.