I am 2 days post op an I feel terrible. My side hurts an my back really bad. Loratab meds that they gave me dosent do anything. The burping is terrible. I was wondering if I can use a heating pad for my back? An can someone please reassure me this is all normal! Thank you!

If you feel something is really not right or the pain is totally unbearable I would contact your surgeon. There are lots of things that can go wrong and the first week after surgery is tough for lots of people and some people sail right thru the recovery process. I would ask for stronger pain meds.

it's normal. My back hurt like crazy because I don't sleep on my back but I had to for weeks after surgery. I don't think I got to sleep on my side comfortably for over a month. We have a few on here that like to brag that they never had any gas or problems or pain...but really. Most of us did. It's perfectly fine and normal. Put it in perspective. You have 5 to 6 holes cut in you. Then big stick things and a camera probing around while a doctor cut apart your stomach, shove it to the side, perfected your new pouch, pulled up intestine, cut it in half, and then stitched it to the two pieces all while that camera person tunneled away inside of you. THEN it was filled with air, checked for leaks, thoroughly checked over, equipment removed and stitched or glued shut.

I ask you: Who wouldn't hurt after that?!

So yes, maybe a suppository and gas x for the gas pressure. Maybe calling the doctor and saying this med isn't effective. I had percocet. It worked well for me.

And then rest.

And yes to the heat. I was told to use one. And I agree that you should call the surgeon. Tell them your symptoms and ask for stronger meds.

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I ask you: Who wouldn't hurt after that?!

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Love your description and explanation of the pain. It is so true!

Thank you for all your advice