Different options for pain relief after sleeve?

[melindaf 3]

I am 3 days post op and in a tremendous amount of pain. I was sent home with liquid lortab but not getting much relief. Just wondering if anyone has any ideas.

[JeanZ_RN 378]

Lortab is strong stuff. If it isn't controlling your pain you should definitely call your surgeon.

[magtart 603]

Lortab is a narcotic pain med. It should control your pain if you take it before your pain gets too bad. With some people (me) waiting until in too much pain can reduce the effectiveness. You have to stay ahead of the pain. If not, definitely call your doc.

[Dr-Patient 830]

Lortab should hold you, if you stay ahead of the pain.

But...is it incisional pain, or maybe you're having pain from the CO2 in your abdomen...? Do you have a drain (the J-P drain tube)?

The incisional pain usually isn't that bad for folks; the gas pains from the CO2 may take a couple of days to dissolve away. Try to distinguish origin. Also, walk around.

If +nausea or vomiting, or a really tight abdomen, call your doctor.

[melindaf 3]

I am having some incisional pain for sure. The largest one is the most painful. I am also having the gas pain. My neck and shoulders are so sore I can't hardly lift my arms. I have experienced some nausea and had to spend an extra day in the hospital because of it. Just having a hard time getting comfortable.