Yeah, ouch! first day post-op

[Happy Destiny 0]

:crying:Hey Gang, thanks for your prayers & thoughts. I made it through surgery without a hitch. I thought I was home free...until they took away the morphine. I was doing soul train walks down the hallways around 3am LOL. I'm home and was sent with tylenol w/codine. I'm in pain. Don't know if I'm just wimping out or need something more for tonight? Any thoughts out there???:biggrin0: Happy Destiny

[cwalker 12]

The pain will get better after a couple of days, sip,sip,rest and walk and you'll be feeling better in no time.:biggrin0:

[lmmore 0]

You probably don't know anyone who has it. But, oxycontin sustained release really helped me. I need to take it for my back.

[stcyt 15]

I didn't have much.... just toradol. I was sore but it was better in a few days.

[VV2010 1]

HappyDestiny -

I am so glad to hear everything went well for you!!! YAYYYY!!! Sorry you are feeling so much pain - it does get better - a little each day - keep on walking:)

VV2010

[ouroborous 519]

Sorry you're in such pain. Once I was off the narcotics, liquid Tylenol was my best friend!

[CoachKK 0]

I was sore for a couple of days and took my pain meds. I don't think there is any shame in taking them. I know I kind of felt like I shouldn't need them because I read others didn't need them. We are all different so if you need them for a few days take it. It does get better!

[lavonwarrior 2]

Are you trying to scare me for my surgery on Tuesday? I hope everything went well. I have been thinking about you for a couple of days. I don't know what you are going through yet, but I know that you are a strong woman, and you can handle anything! Keep me posted on your progress.

[MINI-Me 196]

Sorry to hear about your pain. I also had a lot more pain than I was expecting. But, the good news is that it does get better each day. If you find you need more medication, don't be afraid to call your surgeon and ask for it. Hopefully, you don't need it as much today.

[Lillie24 2]

Destiny - I am so glad you made it through surgery ok. My surgery is scheduled for tomorrow morning at 7 and I had no idea what to expect pain wise until I ran across your post. Thanks and feel better soon!

[Happy Destiny 0]

Are you trying to scare me for my surgery on Tuesday? I hope everything went well. I have been thinking about you for a couple of days. I don't know what you are going through yet, but I know that you are a strong woman, and you can handle anything! Keep me posted on your progress.

By all means, I did not mean to scare you! It has gotten better, much better in fact. You're going to do awesome! Today is day 3, Friday. And yes I still have some pain, but nothing like the first day home! Remember to sip, sip, sip and walk. The most help I've needed is in getting out of bed. p.s. They will give you a log sheet with 15 min increments to log your Protein, pain meds, etc. I asked for a few extras to help me keep on top of things. They're very nice & helpful at Forest Park surgery center. Is that where you'll be going? Let me know and try not to stress. When I came out of surgery and that first night felt like a cake walk due to the morphine:001_tt2:. But honestly I feel pretty good, one day a a time! :thumbup1:

[want2lose 1]

Are you trying to scare me for my surgery on Tuesday? I hope everything went well. I have been thinking about you for a couple of days. I don't know what you are going through yet, but I know that you are a strong woman, and you can handle anything! Keep me posted on your progress.

I was one of the lucky ones. Hardly any pain, and feel great now. I'm at the 1 week mark. I have my experience posted if you want to read about it. Everyone's pain level is different. You'll do great! Best wishes.

[Happy Destiny 0]

Destiny - I am so glad you made it through surgery ok. My surgery is scheduled for tomorrow morning at 7 and I had no idea what to expect pain wise until I ran across your post. Thanks and feel better soon!

I'm feeling better Lillie24, much better in fact. The pain has lessened and I'm getting my Protein in! Life is Good. How are you doing? Send me a line when you feel up to it!:001_tongue:

[lavonwarrior 2]

I was one of the lucky ones. Hardly any pain, and feel great now. I'm at the 1 week mark. I have my experience posted if you want to read about it. Everyone's pain level is different. You'll do great! Best wishes.

Thanks so much. T minus 2days... Super excited, super nervous, and so ready to get it done. Yeah you! Keep me posted on your progress.

:thumbup:

[kalew 0]

Some friends gave me a little stuffed bear and I have used him as a splint to press against my left lower abdomen when getting up and walking around. For some reason that is where the worst pain is. He has helped a lot and I also used him as a baby pillow under my tummy to help be able to sleep on my right side. Can't lay on my left side yet. Pain is much better starting about day 6 have used a lot less pain med. He also helped splint my tummy when doing the deep breathes and coughing exercises. Don't forget to cough and deep breathe!!!