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Hey Everyone,

Trying to figure out a morning plan. I've been waking up in a good amount of pain and it takes almost an hour to normalize my sleeve. How do you get going in the mornings? I'm only one week out from surgery but I'm returning to work soon and I need a plan. Also I've been weirdly experiencing lower back pain as we'll. Any tips for me? Thanks in advance.

SkinnyPeach

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I will be interested in answers to your question as I too wake up in a bit of pain. It doesnt seem to ease up until after I have been up for awhile. thanks for posting this.

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The pain could be caused by gas. Has your surgeon prescribed an acid reducer for you? If not, try Gas-X strips, they may also help with the back pain. Good luck.

Betty

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Thanks BettySap for your tips. I will definitely try it. Perhaps it is morning gas. I'll let you know my results soon.

KatieJo I had a feeling I wasn't alone on this issue, thanks for letting me know I wasn't losing it :)

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BetttySap I am on protonix as an acid reducer but in taking it upon waking. Perhaps I should be taking it before bed...

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BetttySap I am on protonix as an acid reducer but in taking it upon waking. Perhaps I should be taking it before bed...

The pharmacist told me I should take protonix in the morning preferably an hour before eating. If I miss even one dose, I am in awful burning pain.

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One week post op I still had pain. I slept in my recliner, it helped a bunch! I also used heating pads for my back to help move the left over gas that was trapped from surgery. My pain isolated itself in my back and left shoulder. Walking and heating pads were the only things that really helped. I do want to mention that the left shoulder discomfort from the left over gas lasted several weeks. After the month mark I could still feel it when I walked briskly or trotted. It did FINALLY go away after 6-8 weeks. But try the heating pads!

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I also take my acid reducer in the morning and haven't experienced anything like you're saying. Like some of the others have said, walking also helps. I never used a heating pad so I can't comment on that although it does sound like it would help.

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Thanks AtlantaRed, Curvvy, and BettySap! I've been using my heating pad and it definitely helps. I'll keep taking my protonix in the morning. I'm going to try a different sleeping position tonight. Today was just a tougher day for me but as I type this through lots of prayer, family support, and some extra pain meds I'm feeling lots better. Oh I did some extra walking as well. I truly appreciate the feedback everyone! You throw these questions out there and you don't know if anyone will even get back with you, I'm so happy you all did. The support is greatly appreciated!

SP

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I am also feeling better after reading these posts. I do get mild pain if I sit for too long...and I was worried.

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