Thanks for answering. My pain is usually after i eat and it's all the time. I went to Gastro doctor, Rheumatoid doctor, they all stated it was band related. nothing serious but they stated it was a side effect of this operation. I was just curious if anyone else had it. It usually goes away about an hour after i eat but it's constant and everytime i eat. I guess the solution would be not to eat anymore but that's why i got the lap band in the first place. 4 months since accident. down 43 lbs. The pain i get in my left side is worth it at this time. Good luck to you with your pain. Hope you do well.