4 days out-discomfort

[flowermama 0]

Hi everyone, so I am 4 days post op and am only comfortable laying on my side with a pillow on my tummy. other postions, sitting walking, laying on my back all give me a lot of sharp pain, any one else feel this? any thing help? thanks.

[LilMissDiva Irene 3,282]

Hi flower, yes no worries. This is completely normal until your incisions heal. I am a stomach sleeper and wasn't able to fully sleep on mine for a few weeks. Keep your head up!

[mnbsleeve 87]

Flowermama! Sorry you're feeling pain! It will pass. The first few days are the hardest, then things get better daily! I know you mentioned walking hurts but it may be helpfull if you can move a little. Sometimes gas gets trapped causing this horrific pain and movement tends to "dislodge" it! If you could muster a few walks around your house it may help. Hang in there! It will pass (no pun intended!) :-)

[Lissa 2,631]

I agree with the other posters. Moving helps to get your insides moving again...not to mention it takes your mind off the pain(s). It also helps your body move Water and food through.

Have you gone #2 yet? If not, maybe the pain is related to that. If you have, then it's probably a combination of gas and incision pain. I had some sharp, deep pains that I thought were related to a stent I had installed before and removed after surgery.

Also, I'm assuming you're a girl. TOM is much more painful now than it has been in years for me. Could that be the cause of the problem?

The pain will pass quickly and you'll be amazed at how well you can move and how fast you lose weight.

Good luck on your journey!

[Amanda131 214]

Yes, I remember those pains. I actually slept in our recliner the first few nights because that was the only place I was comfortable. At only four days out, don't be afraid to take your pain meds. Keep your body comfortable so it can focus on healing.

Best wishes!

Amanda