Sushe 1 Posted November 14, 2011 I had my old band that I had for three years out do to a leak an had a sleeve. I thought the pain would b the same but OMG I hurt bad where my port was on left side of stomach. I now that they mess with the muscle a lot. It even hurts my rib all the way to my back. I'm doing ok with liquids but 70 of protien is hard. I'm an operating room nurse and do these authors a lot but I don't see patients after so this is all new to me. I'm glad I did it and can't wait to loose more weight. Anyone have a lot of pain? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GetInMyBelly 80 Posted November 14, 2011 Pain is normal it gets better two wks out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Becca 108 Posted November 17, 2011 Welcome!!! I had a revision, too. The first few weeks are the worst. I sometimes even still get a throbbing pain where my port used to be. The sleeve is great and it works. Good luck!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CowgirlJane 14,260 Posted November 17, 2011 I had my band out Sept 28 (not sleeved yet) and I must say it was a bit more painful then I expected. I too was sore where the port was - be sure to follow the instructions about not lifting! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites