Pain

[bedker123 16]

Hi, I am 8 days post-op and I am still having very sharp pain in left side, right under big incision site, when I sit or lay down the pain is gone, as soon as I get up and try to do anything the pain is severe, trying to shower, do some minor things around the house is very painful, it almost takes my breath away, any one have this problem, and how long did it last, I feel so defeated.

[Dar200 285]

My guess would be internal stitches or scar tissue is pulling when you stand. I say that because the pain goes away when you lay down. If it were me, I would definitely get in touch with my surgeon though. I'm just guessing long distance with no medical expertise. Those first few weeks were really hard on me too. Please know that it will get better. And check in with your surgeon for severe pain issues. That's what they are there for. If you need to, go to an ER over the weekend. It's hard to be proactive when I feel just rotten, but that's what I have to do.

[Moorekat 78]

Hi Bedker123,

I actually was the opposite. I had sharp pain when I tried to lie down. I slept in my recliner for 3 weeks before I could lie down comfortably. Mine was a nerve pain issue. They cut through nerves and you will be tender and sore for a while. I'm 6 weeks post op and feel great but I am still a little tender still. You will feel much better soon. Moving around every hour or so will help! Heating pads help with the pain too! I hope you feel better soon. Don't feel defeated! I didn't feel very good for 3 weeks, where some people feel fine after a few days! Our surgeries may be the same but our bodies are not! Everyone deals with surgery and pain differently! Hang in there!