Pain after Surgery please help

[newbie1021 1]

Hi everyone I was sleeved 12/28 pain was pretty severe in hospital but well controlled with the pain medication. The pain medication they sent me home with doesn't seem to be touching the pain or it helps for about an hour and seems to wear off do you think my doctor will change this for me at my follow up on Tuesday or what is are somethings you did to help control pain it's really just the one side with the larger insisting but it is very painful especially at night and in the Morning. Thank you in advance!!

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[AllyInDallas 22]

Try to get a tummy binder or wear something that will gently squeeze in and help hold the part of your tummy that hurts the worst. And as horrible as it sounds try to walk at minimum every hour that you are awake to get that gas out. Make sure you are following the diet instructions fully as well. Sorry that's all I have. Hope you start feeling better.

DS surgery 12/14/2016

[WLSResources/ClothingExch 3,444]

It's a shame that you're feeling it so much. Only your doctor can tell you whether she/he will give you a new scrip. If all goes well, you'll feel better by the time of your appt. Or you can call now and have the service relay your request.

Edited December 31, 2016 by WLSResources/ClothingExch

[Ruth1ess 494]

Try to walk as much as you can, it helps your body bounce back. I'd call them immediately! They might have an emergency nurse line. You shouldn't have to suffer.

Also, if it's gas pains you're suffering, try a heating pad if you haven't already. Feel better

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[GrandmaBee55 47]

I was unable to take pain killers due to allergies to so many meds, and I had a terrible Issue with one incision. liquid Tylenol was my best friend and my doctor did change my dose.

I tried the binder, but it didn't help. Even my surgeon didn't recommend it. I then tried ice and heat. Some days one worked better than the other.

I wore leggings with a yoga band and they were more comfortable than any pants, including sweats. And, I walked! Every hour I was out walking for 15 minutes or so. That was the best thing I could have done to relieve the pain.

Best of luck figuring out what works for you. Just know, it gets better each day.

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[Kaylamh 144]

Walk as much as possible. It sounds counterproductive but it really helps with gas pain.

I also kept a hard pillow against my stomach as often as possible. I didn't take my pain meds during the day because I didn't want to be out of it, so the pillow and walking really helped.

[newbie1021 1]

Happy New Year everyone thanks for all the advice I have a binder and have been walking it is feeling a little better today thanks everyone

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