incision problems? Mine are opening!!

[mrsboomer 0]

I had my lap band surgery on 2/8/10 and now I am having problems with my port incision and two others opening up? Anyone else have this problem? I may require more surgery this coming week or so. I am afraid to go to the ER as it hurts very badly when the dr cleaned them the other day and now they are draining Fluid, pus and smell terrible. He tells me that he may need to go in and remove my port and clean out inside and then suture me back up and then at a later date go in and put in a new port. I have lost 28 pounds in 2 weeks but it has been a long, hard road. I just wish I felt better. I am so nervous!

[vegasdee 0]

Oh I am so sorry to hear your off to a rough start. I had mine done 2/18 and I must say I had glue and Im almost sealed up good . Something must be infected inside ,your body must be having a reaction to the port. It is a foreign object some people have reactions. I wish you well.Let us know how you do.

[mrsboomer 0]

Thank you for your comment and concern!

[LIslandGirl 0]

Did he put you on antibiotics? I would rather play it safe and go to the hospital he is affiliated with. Something doesn't sound right to me.

[mrsboomer 0]

Yes, he did. I am on Cipro since yesterday afternoon. I am just very nervous about what they would do at the hospital. I am so scared of more surgery. I just want to feel better and continue to lose weight.

[kkarryall 0]

Just go to the Dr. You don't want the incision to get worse...good luck!!

[faithgirl2 0]

I had to have my port out because of this 2 weeks ago. Dont wait because it will be worse, I feel good now and will have my port back in april.....

[Cocoabean 430]

I had my LAP-BAND® surgery on 2/8/10 and now I am having problems with my port incision and two others opening up? Anyone else have this problem? I may require more surgery this coming week or so. I am afraid to go to the ER as it hurts very badly when the dr cleaned them the other day and now they are draining Fluid, pus and smell terrible. He tells me that he may need to go in and remove my port and clean out inside and then suture me back up and then at a later date go in and put in a new port. I have lost 28 pounds in 2 weeks but it has been a long, hard road. I just wish I felt better. I am so nervous!

Infections are VERY dangerous! Please don't not go to the ER because it might hurt. The alternative is very frightening!

At least call your surgeon's office and tell the on-call doctor what is going on and get some advice.

This is not something to mess around with. Glad you are on Cipro, but if it is getting worse, CALL!

[btrieger 21]

I'd go to the emergency room.

If the Fluid smells bad it is definitely infected.

[BetsyB 9]

I am an RN. I don't often pull the RN card, but this time, I will. You need to go to the ER. NOW. The presence of pus and a foul odor is terribly concerning.

I know you're in pain and afraid, but the only way to be rid of the pain is to have it appropriately treated. Not doing so can cause problems far greater than those you currently have. NIP THE INFECTION IN THE BUD NOW.

This IS an emergency. If possible, go to the ER where you had your surgery, so that your surgeon can readily reach you. If that's not possible, notify his answering service that you are going to a closer ER. That way, he will be awaiting communication from the ER physicians.

[HeatherR 0]

I am an RN. I don't often pull the RN card, but this time, I will. You need to go to the ER. NOW. The presence of pus and a foul odor is terribly concerning.

I know you're in pain and afraid, but the only way to be rid of the pain is to have it appropriately treated. Not doing so can cause problems far greater than those you currently have. NIP THE INFECTION IN THE BUD NOW.

This IS an emergency. If possible, go to the ER where you had your surgery, so that your surgeon can readily reach you. If that's not possible, notify his answering service that you are going to a closer ER. That way, he will be awaiting communication from the ER physicians.

What she said......from another RN. Good luck!

[atgoalgal 0]

I had my LAP-BAND® surgery on 2/8/10 and now I am having problems with my port incision and two others opening up? Anyone else have this problem? I may require more surgery this coming week or so. I am afraid to go to the ER as it hurts very badly when the dr cleaned them the other day and now they are draining Fluid, pus and smell terrible. He tells me that he may need to go in and remove my port and clean out inside and then suture me back up and then at a later date go in and put in a new port. I have lost 28 pounds in 2 weeks but it has been a long, hard road. I just wish I felt better. I am so nervous!

Saw all the replies and hoping u went to the ER. Glad to see some RN's repsonding here. As others have said, these boards are a great pllace for support and learning whats worked for others, but you must go to your doctor with medical issues. Please let us know how u r doing after u go. It's probably hard to have a positive outlook now, but hopefully once you've taken care of the medical problem - your banded living friends can help with that part.