We were at a wedding reception tonight and I coughed. Not a big or violent cough and I felt something pop on my left side. MAN IT HURT! Now I have to be careful how I move. Can't do anything that stretches my left side. It's right under/next to my ribs. What should I do? I took some tylenol and put some heat on it. Any suggestions? (No swelling or anything sticking out - thank goodness.)

Ouchy, I don't have any advice because I've never had to deal with that issue.

Take it easy, and don't overdo it.

If I were you, I'd just contact my surgeon to let him know. He may do nothing and just want to take a watch and wait approach, but I still think it's a good idea. He may have had a previous patient that went through the same thing and be able to offer some advice.

yuppers, i agree with jsaturday, call your doctor and see. . . won't hurt a thing

Definately make the call. Could be something simple and has a simple remedy.

No need to suffer in pain and doubt.

Take care, please post back results.

The body is such an amazing thing! After a good night's sleep, my pain is 100 times better this morning. Hard to believe after the pain I was in last night! I can move again without it hurting. Plan to take it easy today and do nothing more strenuous than cheering on the Cowboys!!

Anna,

No fun. Glad it wasn't a sneeze. Might give Bea a call, but I remember that early on, Theresa posted that she was told that there might even be some "popping." So glad you are feeling better. I would be scared to death to hear a "pop."

Just curious y'all, Dr. Davidson (Dallas) is doing my surgery June 11th. I've got family to spend the first week with, and after my one week post-op visit we've got a beach house in Galveston for my 2nd week of recovery. How will I feel? I know we are suppose to walk as much as possible, but how much WILL I feel like walking and doing? I'm just curious, will I be resting a lot or will I be able to walk some on the beach and enjoy our trip? On week two, will I still be on clear liquids or full liquids? Is every doctor different? If so, is anyone here familiar with Dr. Davidson? I know there are a couple of his patients that I've seen 'around'. Thank you in advance!