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So I had my surgery Monday and is having a hard time dealing with the pulling pain from the biggest incision. I have a band on it don't help much I spent an hour on the toilet because my feet went to sleep and I couldn't move crying and very frustrated I finally with the help of my rocks I was able to slide to a chair and wait until my feet woke.so what did you guys do for the pulling pain I've tried pillows a band nothing seems to help. How did you guys deal with the bathroom situation any suggestions please and thank you. Happy thanksgiving to you all by the way

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I have been using a velcro binder thing that goes around my waist, and that helped me. Yesterday I couldn't walk until I had it. Unfortunately it doesn't seem like what works for me has worked for you so far. Are you keeping up with your pain meds?

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I haven't had surgery yet, but the nurse in me says you may need your pain meds. If you can't go, are you staying hydrated, my surgery packet said Constipation is made worse with dehydration. Lastly you might benefit from a heating pad. I am so sorry you feel badly. Praying and hoping you find relief.

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I haven't had surgery yet, but the nurse in me says you may need your pain meds. If you can't go, are you staying hydrated, my surgery packet said Constipation is made worse with dehydration. Lastly you might benefit from a heating pad. I am so sorry you feel badly. Praying and hoping you find relief.

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I'm going just my feet fell asleep while I was going and prevented me from getting of the toilet because I can't use my abdomen because of the pain

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I know it is such a hit and miss process. I hope I handle my needs as well as you are doing. I still believe like"a happy camper"... You probably need more medications. If it does not stop so, call your team.

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I haven't had surgery yet, but the nurse in me says you may need your pain meds. If you can't go, are you staying hydrated, my surgery packet said Constipation is made worse with dehydration. Lastly you might benefit from a heating pad. I am so sorry you feel badly. Praying and hoping you find relief.

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I'm going just my feet fell asleep while I was going and prevented me from getting of the toilet because I can't use my abdomen because of the pain

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My team was very adamant that I stay on top of my pain medication, because, as they said "once it builds back up, it's difficult to get it under control again."

I'm two days out, still taking my pain and nausea meds, and wearing a binder while also bracing my stomach with my hands as I walk.

They give us the pain meds for good reason. One of our organs just got sliced in half and we got stabbed in the belly a whole bunch. It's okay to still rely on the medication to take the edge off, that's what it's there for. Also, if your body is tense and freaking out from being in pain, your body can't use that energy to also heal itself. Please be good to yourself, be careful, and get lots of rest and protein!

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