Left side pain

[Sheddingtummy 14]

I have been experiencing side pain on my left side- near the large incision site. It comes and goes but usually stays for a couple of days at a time. I called my doc today because at times it hurts worse then others and I want reassurance that it is normal. I was told it is nerve pain from the surgery and it will go away eventually. They are going to get me some type of girdle to compress the area and I was also told to try hot/cold comps. Anyone else experience this? I am wondering how long it usually lasts??

[bigmike 64]

I was dying with it, after sneezing or coughing. But that was my only pain, was also reassured that it was ok. Felt more like a bruise or hematoma. That said I quit wearing my support and stopped pain meds and the pain is only a glimmer now. So my advice is it will get better.

[shellyo 2]

I have that pain as well. I was told that the majority of the work is done on that side, so the nerves and muscles are sore. Sometimes it's a sharp pain and other times just a dull ache. It has improved every week, though.

[annav562 40]

Im six days post op and have this burning sharp pain on my left side as well...has me a little worried. ..no pain anywhere else though :/

[michelecaples 224]

It is normal. It goes away at 4 weeks

[Sheddingtummy 14]

Great to know others experience this! How annoying! I thought I overdid it chasing around my children. I just hope it goes away soon!

[mrsblues 81]

Was the worst for me, too! My only real complaint after the surgery! Never thought it would go away, but it does.