I am on day 4 post op. Today the pain pump was removed at post op doctor visit. Had very little to no pain. All of a sudden this evening the pain sets in on large incision site. Worst pain I have experienced thus far post op. Holding small pillow against body for support. I know doc said that is where stomach was removed but never expected this extreme soreness to set in. Cannot lay in bed hurts to bad to try and get up because using those stomach muscles. Pain pills -taking 2 hardly touches it. Has anyone experienced this?

Yes. You are pretty normal. Once you get taking your pills every 4 to 6 hours things will calm down. I had to sleep in my recliner for the first couple of days because I couldn't lay flat and get up. Get comfortable, take your meds around the clock and hang in there. You really are normal. We've all been there.

I didn't have any pain. If the pain is that bad, I think you should call your surgeon.

Edited December 5, 201411 yr by BeagleLover

The large incision site is the only one that hurts. It's comparable to c section pain. I think it should start to feel better soon. Try not to do anything strenuous and walk around house when you can. It helps

Edited December 5, 201411 yr by denellecorona

I have pain there too. It's where they separated the muscle to pull the stomach out

Yes, just like a c-section pain.