Large egg shaped lump at port incision

hsbeach · January 28, 2008

I am about 3 weeks post op. This weekend, I felt a decent size lump where the port incision is located. The lump is about the size of a jumbo egg and is tender around its edges. It's a little warm, but not hot nor is the skin area red. I called the Dr and I have an appointment today. Anyone have this issue? I'm actually pretty nervous about it.

make33 · January 28, 2008

When I felt that "large lump" I was certain I had a hernia from working out too soon, so I stopped working out until I saw my surgeon three weeks later. He just laughed and said, "Silly! That's your port!!!"

It's good you're going to see your surgeon--but I'm betting that's what it is! :eek:

hsbeach · January 28, 2008

well, I hope that you are right. If it is the port, the thing is a lot bigger than I thought.

VegasGrace · January 28, 2008

I don't feel my port or even know it's there....but every once in a while I feel it....and I think it's protruding out....but it's not.

Weird!

aubrie · January 28, 2008

At three weeks post op, the abdominal swelling has gone down, and probably the bloating from gas, but the tissue around the port will still be swollen, so it will protrude a little for about another 2 or three weeks. Glad your seeing your doctor though. Always rule out a problem.

hsbeach · January 29, 2008

It's just the port and some Fluid. Dr. said it will go away and not to worry!

kaohinani · February 2, 2008

I am pretty sure that it is your port. I have always been able to feel mine. And even after losing 63 lbs, it is still very palpable. You have to remember that it is under some tissue, so it will feel a little larger than you would expect. I dont have any problems with it at all.

purplepoppy · February 2, 2008

I was banded three weeks ago and have the same problem but I've been assured from my Consultant it's my port and will subside in time.

hsbeach · February 2, 2008

Well, after I left the Drs. Office, I kind of felt silly, but I thought better safe than sorry. It sticks out a lot more when I stand up. IT almost looks like I have an Alien about to come out of my body! LOL

Thanks All

kbinaz · February 2, 2008

I am three months post op and the lump is still there! Most of it is the port, some of it is some swelling that remains. Get used to it, that is your new buddy!