Port area problems

[irishgirl520 1]

I am more than 3 months post op and this weekend I noticed swelling in the area of my port. my stomach is sticking out on that side further and my mid section looks lopsided. I also have been having sensitivity coughing, laughing or sneezing...almost a feeling like a pulled muscle. Has anyone experienced this? I am feeling very concerned. Thanks.

[gyfts 0]

Irishgirl520. You definitely need to call your surgeon. They will probably want you to come in and be checked. It may not be anything but its always better to be safe than sorry. Wishing you a good outcome. ☺

[irishgirl520 1]

Thanks I called. He said to come in if it's still swollen on Monday but if it's not red or hot it shouldn't be anything too concerning. Its very strange

[terrydumont46 1,954]

with my lapband I had a huge swelling on the right side with my port. when I had my gallbladder removed my surgeon(different surgeon than lapband surgeon) took a look. it was a nesting spot for my port. the first doctor made this to nestle the port in. it just got more pronounced over time.