First day home. Awoke tonight in lots of pain. Went away with pain meds. Is this normal to have this much pain still?

I would say yes! It's probably gas, have you been drinking your water? I know as hard as it is keep sipping! Also, try to walk it hurts at first but once you get going it feels good! It help get out the gas! If they checked you for leaks and sent you home I think you are probably fine! I had mine Monday and still I have some pain!

I was on pain meds the first week. I felt like I could walk around more and breathe more deeply with the meds. I think this is normal. The second week I felt so much better. Today is day 21 for me, week three I feel pretty normal! So hang in there, it does get better!

It took me over a week at home to get completely off my pain meds. I was definitely not one of those people 2 days out with no pain. Walking helps because you get rid of some of the built up gas and maybe try some Gas-X strips? You will feel better soon, hang in there!