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I'm 8 days out and almost outta my pain meds. I see my pcp tomorrow but idk if she can refill my prescription since my surgeon prescribed them to me. I don't see him till the 13th. I had a hiatal hernia repaired through my belly button and that incision and under it and around it still really hurts. Idk what to do. Has anyone else needed refills. I know a lot of you are hard asses and didn't need them lol.

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Your pain should be easing up soon. Have you tried a gentle, low heat heating pad or hot water bottle? Make sure it is not too hot. Try to do something to get your mind off it, and don't forget to walk - that will help the muscles get back to normal. All the best to you....

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Will regular Tylenol help? IDK, sometimes it works for me as well as the prescription stuff... but I am one of those hard asses with a ridiculously high pain tolerance : ) I do agree that CanyonBaby is right about trying a heating pad. It will help soothe and relax all those sore incision muscles.

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The only thing about the Tylenol is to make sure it is ok by your Dr. I was allowed liquid Tylenol for my arthritis, but ONLY rarely, especially right after surgery. It's always something, huh?

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Tylenol doesn't faze it right now. I walk every hour. Helps gas lol. And I don't have a heat pad. How much are they?

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They are not bad, but vary greatly in price. You can probably get one for under $20, but then again, I haven't shopped for one for awhile. And they come in lots of sizes for differing reasons. They have some with an automatic turn-off, which is great and highly recommended. One thing, though, don't over-use it. Maybe call your Dr. for suggestions on how long to leave it on there. Good luck to you!

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I had a second stronger medication called in the second day I was home so I had two prescriptions. You don't have to wait for your appointment just call.

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I had significant pain for a full 2 weeks...forget OTC pain meds. Be honest and direct with your surgeon/primary care doc...you'll get what you need.

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My dr allowed liquid childrens advil for pain but some drs dont because its an NSAID and can increase bleeding risk. So ask your dr before trying that suggestion.

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