possible leak around port

misstea1975 · February 27, 2005

Went for my fill on Thursday, and when she pulled out the fill from last time she only was able to get out 1cc and I had 2 put in. she refilled me with a total of 3 cc and stated that in 6 wks she would check it and if she don't get 3 out they may have to consider replacing the port.

She said something about absorption, what do any of you all know about this?

claraluz · February 27, 2005

Well, we know it happens and is usually nothing to worry about. There have been some posts in the past which you could do a search on concerning the fact that if the surgeon does not purge the port tubing the first time, this will happen. I think it's pretty common, really. It happened to me the first time, but I haven't had any problems since. Good luck.

Nancy

Penni60 · February 27, 2005

What kind of band do you have? I know when I went for my first fill, the doc told me that at least .2cc to .5cc is in the tubing leading up to the band. For the most part the liquid should not be absorbed but it isn't impossible either. It can happen. If you are at 3cc in a 4cc band then please do be careful cause you might be overfilled. Just take it easy till your next appt. Always follow your doctors recommendations or call if you feel uncomfortable in anyway.