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So I had my surgery Wednesday and I'm in pain when I inhale my back and chest hurtst :( . Only gotten up twice to use the restroom. I'm taking morphine every 2-3 hrs and vicodin every 3-5 hrs

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Well you say you had the surgery Wednesday so I'm guessing this post is less than 24 hours post op... Lots of gas and swelling from the surgery no doubt. Rest in a comfortable position, drink lots of fluids, and get on your feet moving around as much as you can. You will feel much better as the hours pass... Whenever in doubt though contact your surgeon just to have the peace of mind that all is as he/she expects. Its hard to focus on healing right now because all you want to do is get this new tool put to good use - but that won't actually happen for awhile. Focus on healing.

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So I had my surgery Wednesday and I'm in pain when I inhale my back and chest hurtst :( . Only gotten up twice to use the restroom. I'm taking morphine every 2-3 hrs and vicodin every 3-5 hrs

rest up as much as you can and try not to stress over it.. everyone has different experiences but what you describe is pretty normal. i had the same when i was done. it will pass... sooner than you think. i know its hard but each day will bring more relief. hang in there . Keep up your meds, drink your Water and the other liquids and think of the future. its a new beginning for you... a really good one. (( hugs ))

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Get up and walk around to help with the gas pain and you can use a heating pad. It will get better.

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