Troby 13 Posted April 20, 2013 How long does the drain site cause pain for? I am 8 days post op and I have zero.pain except in and around my drain site, its a constants, sometimes excruciating pain... still keeping me on pain killers and therefore not allowing me to drive!! I just thought with everything else I had done (sleeve, hernia repair and gallbladder removed) this should be the last thing giving me grief...am I wrong?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
odetteNYC 58 Posted April 20, 2013 How long does the drain site cause pain for?I am 8 days post op and I have zero.pain except in and around my drain site' date=' its a constants, sometimes excruciating pain... still keeping me on pain killers and therefore not allowing me to drive!! I just thought with everything else I had done (sleeve, hernia repair and gallbladder removed) this should be the last thing giving me grief...am I wrong??[/quote'] I totally feel you . When I had my gall bladder removed I had a drain and it hurt so much specially when they pulled out the 3 foot plastic tube I had a big hole and required stitches I didn't not allow ANY one to touch me I refused the stitches and went home with a big hole open to the point where u can see my red meat in side you could see some white it was nasty . I just couldn't take anymore pain I was done . Not to mention I had pancreatitis at the same time . Now the scar is the size of a quarter . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TES 858 Posted April 20, 2013 I think that you should talk to your surgeon. I actually didn't have pain around my drain site (I did around my incisions, especially the larger one where the stomach came out), and while everyone is different, I would want to talk with my surgeon to rule out an infection or any other issues. I hope that you feel better soon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ms.AntiBand 2,984 Posted April 20, 2013 I didn't have pain either. Or stitches.. Or a three foot tube.. Holy cow! Of course, all of are different, but since you have a doc, ask him if there may be a problem. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
soocalchic 1,087 Posted April 20, 2013 Nope really normal I had a drain in for 9 days and the instant they removed it all my pain was gone.. It even hurt to breath when it was in.. You'll feel 100% better when it comes out 1 MystiGal reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Troby 13 Posted April 20, 2013 My drain has been out since Thursday.. Think ill call Monday if still any pain Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
soocalchic 1,087 Posted April 20, 2013 Keep an eye on it as long as its not oozing anything or is red and hot to the touch you'll be ok.. It will be tender for a few days 1 MystiGal reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
s7tduggi 8 Posted May 25, 2013 Yeah I had mine in for 9 days too and 2-3 days before it came out It was hurting soooo bad! I was hunched over and it felt extremely bruised... I would barely sit and get up or get into a car... The moment they removed it (which I didnt feel a thing) I was like a new woman! It was a serious day to night difference! I left there able to just get right in my car with no problems. As of now, a week after they removed it, I still have a somewhat open hole.... so I think my body is just having a slow time healing up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HatheryOnHerWay 603 Posted May 27, 2013 Why do some folks have drains and others don't? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vixynne 695 Posted May 27, 2013 I think it's a standard practice for some surgeons; others use it on an as-needed basis. It seems to be one of the many things that varies greatly from doctor to doctor. It's one of the things I'll be asking about at my next surgeon consult! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JProx 161 Posted May 28, 2013 It could be 2 or 3 weeks, if it hurts a lot call your doctor. Hope things get better soon.GOD BLESS PRAYERS!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smdarbyshire 1 Posted June 20, 2013 I just had my drains removed five days ago and the drain sites still hurt. Its hard to stand up straight or walk. I think it's just a normal part of healing. it'll just take time. 1 slikchik10 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AuntDD 0 Posted July 19, 2013 I'm one week post op and finally had drain removed today. I apparently had developed a large clot inside the tube and it completely closed off. Drainage was coming out from around the incision. When my surgeon removed it today it did feel weird. I could feel the tube moving inside me and I swear it was wrapped around my spine. Lol. Now though I'm in more pain than before. Has anyone had pain AFTER its been removed? Wondering if it may be gas pains. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
soocalchic 1,087 Posted July 20, 2013 I'm one week post op and finally had drain removed today. I apparently had developed a large clot inside the tube and it completely closed off. Drainage was coming out from around the incision. When my surgeon removed it today it did feel weird. I could feel the tube moving inside me and I swear it was wrapped around my spine. Lol. Now though I'm in more pain than before. Has anyone had pain AFTER its been removed? Wondering if it may be gas pains. Sounds like you might have a seroma monitor your temperature if you get a fever contact your surgeon you might need antibiotics Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
