Port Site Pain

[LessLee 119]

Hello, I just had my surgery on Friday the 21st. Since yesterday my worst pain is in the incision where I assume the port is. It's fine if I am still, but when I get up or down it burns and stings so bad. Almost feels like the stiches are ripping my skin. I don't notice any blood or swelling, temp goes from normal to low grade (99.3 ish).

Is this how it felt for you?

Thanks.

[drehn88 251]

Yes. It goes away after a couple weeks, but you may feel that "sting" every so often for the next few months. I guess it takes awhile for it to completely heal since the port was stitched to muscle we use every day.

[LessLee 119]

Thanks so much for you reply. I just wanted to know it's normal.

[debee 47]

Everyday I felt better. Pain was less each day and even though uncomfortable the first three days, walking up and down my hall at home helped. I tried to hold my belly because it seemed it hurt when it moved.... Sounds kinda crazy when I write it ...LOL

This is a great forum to read for answers!!!

[The B 96]

Hi and congratulations!

I had my surgery in April and yes that is exactly how i felt it gets better... I still have a stinging sensation sometimes and my dr.s office says it's normal.

[kll724 3,055]

You should be fine! You are healing and it will hurt a little. Your stitch area will probably be a little sore for awhile, maybe even months. The \n, the skin ,might itch. If there is no pussing or extreme redness, it probably is okay. Karen

[jsws91 153]

I was wondering this too. im 3 and a half weeks post op.. yesterday I must have done a little too much bending down, im having the burning pain too. ice seems to help.

[LessLee 119]

Thanks everyone. I will hang in there!