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every time I get up I feel as if my incisions are going to tear open I am in so much pain and terrified my surgery was 3 days ago...

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I had the same in and was in pain for two weeks post op. when you move around or get up try holding a pillow close your body.. It really helps!! Take whatever pain meds you have been given.

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My surgery was three days ago too. I'm still having issues with getting out of bed and when I roll over. Other than that, no problems. My nurse did tell me about holding a pillow to your tummy, as well, so maybe give that a try. If you still are in pain over the weekend I would call your doctor. Good luck and I hope you feel better soon!

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So sorry you're having this issue. I am 5 days out and have had no pain in connection with the incisions. Mine is only gas pain. I do know that my anesthesiologist gave me a shot in the tummy while i was out that said it would keep my tummy numb for about 48 hours. It's way past that, and I still have no pain whatsoever.

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every day it will get a little better. Take any pain Rx you have been given and know that it'll be a little bit better every day. Please don't be afraid to call your surgeon though, I mean you did pay him/her a bunch of money!

Work on getting liquids in and as you do, then focus on Protein.

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