I was wondering...

I am pre surgery and I was wondering if the lap band port interfers with having a mammogram. I had mine yesterday and notice that there is a clear plastic panel on which your breast is placed that has about 3" of plastic that hangs down in front of it. If you port is located near your breast (rather than down further on your stomach) is this going to present a problem? I know there are many younger people who have not had a mammogram; but, there are many others who have. You know they really push you into that plastic face plate. Has anyone had a problem with their port location in regards to their mammogram. I never would have thought of it had I not done it as a pre op requirement for this surgery.

Also, I have heard some people speak of having their port directly beneath their chest bone. Just wonder would this interfer with CPR.

I have worked in the medical field all my life and just some questions I would like answered.

Anyone have any of these problems or not a problem.

Thanks

My port is on my right side about halfway between the bottom of my breast and my waist. I had my first mammogram (since surgery) this past Tuesday. And there was no problem. And I had breast cancer diagnosed in 2002 so I go on the days the radiologist is there and she didn't need to take any additonal pictures, either. But if the port is higher it would be best to notify the technician and doctor in case it interferes in any way.

Thanks Cleo's Mom. Your port sounds like it is in a good location. I think I will mention this to the doctor because a male doctor might not consider this.

I read someone mentioned they were to draw where the bottom of their bra line was. If they put the port right under that you might have a little harder time with a mammogram.

Anyone else have any experiences?

I have had a mammo post surgery and no issues.

My mam is scheduled for 9/11 and I am glad Pickles brought this up as I never thought about that. Ooh the girls are already starting to hurt just thinking about it. :wub: My port is in a good spot and I don't think I'll have a problem but I will mention it to the tech when I get mine done.