Hi everyone. I had my lap band procedure last Thursday (6-4) and having some pain and soreness that I thought would be long gone by now. I have 6 entry sites and to the left of my belly button is an incision that is approx. 2.5" to 3". It is extremely sore and feels "strange" when I walk or sit. I'm assuming this is my port site? Am I correct? I'd really like to talk with you all about this and hear it from someone who has actually had the surgery. I'm looking forward to hearing from you soon.

TeacherTracy

Hello. I had the same incisions and yes the 2.5 to 3 inch incision was my port site. My site was extremely sore as well and was the last little bit of pain to go away. It lasted for a couple of weeks and then when I started going to the gym I could really feel it when I pulled that section too much. My doc told me to stay away from any activity or action that caused a pulling sensation or anything that I felt was uncomfortable. He said give it time to heal and it will.

Thanks. Any bit of info helps me out!

The strange feeling is because the port is stitched to your muscle, so when you pull or strain you will feel it until it is healed. Take it easy for a while longer and you will be fine.