Hi, I got this terrible sudden pain and almost felt like something poking into my skin from the inside or rubbing I guess near the wound site. I am constipated and I had a hiatus hernia repaired at the same time. I'm worried I might have done something trying to poo. Anyone got any ideas about what it could be. It's 1am in Australia and I'm trying to decide whether I page my surgeon.

If your only a few days or a week or so out I wouldnt really worry unless it doesnt start to feel better. I know the first few weeks the port area especially can get sore. But you have some trauma to the area due to surgery. Just trust your instincts. If you feel something is wrong get it checked. Chances are its fine but you know your body. Lay down and relax and see how you feel in the morning.

If your only a few days or a week or so out I wouldnt really worry unless it doesnt start to feel better. I know the first few weeks the port area especially can get sore. But you have some trauma to the area due to surgery. Just trust your instincts. If you feel something is wrong get it checked. Chances are its fine but you know your body. Lay down and relax and see how you feel in the morning.

Thanks. I've been lying awake for hours in pain. It's now 4am. I'll try some more pain killers but if I'm still awake when the sun comes up I'm gonna page my surgeon.