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I just had surgery Monday and am having the same pain. I have had severe neck and abdominal pain along with a headache. Since I have had C-Section and other abdominal surgeries, I assumed this one would be the same.....NOT!

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Sorry, I had surgery on Monday and fell asleep reading this. My phone slid down and posted for me a few times. *blush*

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OMG- I didn't mean to imply I fell asleep because it was boring. I just dozed off. Hope i didn't offend.

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No, of course you didn't offend me. ;-) Everyone needs to get rest. I've done the same thing before. ;-)

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@jennrus.. that was hilarious, and I know exactly how u feel. I'm almost 2.5 weeks post off, and could not tell u how many times I've dozed off with my phone in my hand!!! Lol

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Good to know I'm not alone! Lol.

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Hi guys!

I was just wondering if anyone else was having trouble sleeping on anything other than their back? I have the hardest time sleeping on my back and I've had a headache since 2nd day post op. I just wanted to see if anyone else experienced this?

Oh yes! Sleeping on my back makes my lower back hurt really bad! It was a week post op before I could comfortably sleep on my sides. As far as the headache, I had a super duper horrible headache in hospital (I think due to the morphine) and convinced a nurse to give me liquid Tylenol with codeine (before my barium swallow). Whew! I am prone to headaches and I have had not a one since returning from hospital. I think it is all the liquids! I used to NEVER drink Water. I am now a believer as headaches are my greatest fear! Good luck!

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I had s headache on day three but mostly due to no coffee. Over it no.

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@maryjane61- I had a headache all the way up until yesterday. It was horrible! The pain meds were for sure giving it to me. :-( My hubby bought me a body pillow yesterday and I was finally able to sleep on my side somewhat. Having the pressure directly on my tummy has been helping a lot!

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For the first two weeks i couldnt even lay on my back...the pain kept me from being able to get into that laying position plus i got really sick when i layed down flat. I slept in the recliner for two weeks then was able to sleep on the couch which i was able to still be in an inclined postion. i was able to sleep on my side but the cushions supported my stomach so that it didnt hurt like just laying flat on my side. I am now at 26 days able to sleep on my sides and my stomach. The right side still hurts some when i lay on it...everyone is different and it will get better one day...it seemed to me that it would never feel any better eventhough i knew that was silly....good luck and just take it one day at a time :D

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@crowell823- Thank you for your response! I finally was able to somewhat sleep on my side. I had been sleeping in our recliners as well. Lol. It was comfy but not enough to stay a sleep for long periods of time. I finally got a great night of rest! ;-) So, it's already getting better and better! ????

May I ask if you have any other advice since you are a little further than me? Are you able to actually eat food now and keep it down?

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I have not had any trouble with keeping food down...just take it slow. Im eating deli ham, string cheese, fish, foods i am able to chew up really good. I have had some nausea but as long as i dont overeat its fine...you are still early out so just work on your liquids and try and get as much Protein as you can...if you are getting sick while drinking then make sure you are taking smaller sips and let it get down before the next...i could feel it go down and a bubble come up(lots of burping lol) but now i can take a larger sip and its fine...im just learning as i go....i also eat with a baby spoon...that helps with your bite sizes. thats what my doc gave me before surgery to guide the bite sizes...

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I'm 12 days post op and afraid to lay on my side.I sleep on my back or sit up.

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Ive laid on both sides since day 2 post-op (sleeved Aug7th) I think it just really depends on the individual. It wasnt easy at first but i was determined to make it work. I do not sleep on my back so to have to lay there almost two days on my back was so frustrating. Try grabbing a pillow and pulling it really close up to your side then just slightly roll your side on it. Just kinda play with different positions and trust me your pillows will be your best friend. Good luck to you!

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