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jasleeve    440

jasleeve
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thats awesome! im scheduled for dec 20th :)

I just want to say that a lot of people really dont have a lot of pain, (Im one) and are not sugar coating it or lying about it. I hardly had any pain at all. There was some pressure and minor burning when I first woke up but I was mostly really sleepy. I walked a few hours later and it helped with the pressure in my stomach. I did NOT have excruciating pain like others have said they had. I walked every two hours or so and didnt have any gas pain either. I was a little slow and sore in my abdomen but it was not painful to speak of. I got tired pretty easily. I also had a morphine pump and a onq painball.

I just wanted to say that everyone's experience is different and it doesnt mean that people are lying to you or trying to sugarcoat anything. It depends on a lot of things and there is no way to predict. I wish everyone who is about to have surgery good luck with it and hope you dont have much pain! At least you know there is a real chance you wont, but you will be prepared if you do! May everyone have a speedy recovery! We are all here to support and help each other!

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Forensikchic    528

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Jasleeve,

You will do great! Prepare for the worst and hope for the best! Thats what I did. I was aware that it may be painful for me but it turned out fine! I pray you have a smooth recovery too!

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jasleeve    440

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thank you!!! im not afraid of the pain as long as it doesnt feel like my insides are ripping! im more afraid of complications & the lifestyle change.

Jasleeve,

You will do great! Prepare for the worst and hope for the best! Thats what I did. I was aware that it may be painful for me but it turned out fine! I pray you have a smooth recovery too!

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