Pain in lower part of tummy

[Davina's Journey 24]

I had my surgery on Saturday at roding hospital in Redbridge. All went well and was up and walking that evening. Came home yesterday which was lovely. Can't beat being home. I have terrible pain in my lower right hand side of my tummy. It's not where he operated so unsure what it is. It hurts no matter what I do. I feel like I have just had a baby although I've never had one!!!! I am holding my tummy when I walk. Also feel like my whole tummy has moved as is nearer the floor!!!! Anyone else felt like this after surgery?

[CanyonBaby 1,852]

Even though it may not feel like that is where he surgery was, the nerves are still connected to that area, and there was an awful lot of tugging and pulling and stretching to remove the stomach. Muscles were cut, nerves were cut and quite frankly, your abdomen is NOT happy about it! You're going to have pain for awhile, maybe weeks. I suggest using a warm heating pad (on the lowest setting) for no more than 10 minutes at a time, with a towel between you and the pad. Or, some find comfort with a cool ice pack, again with the towel between you and the ice. IF you are concerned, call your surgical team for advice. Good luck to you!

[Longsleevedshirt 0]

Totally normal. I had the same thing. (Im 2 weeks out today) lower right hand side by my belly button- Hurt a lot. It has gotten better every day. My dr said it was probably scar tissue breaking and reforming. Bending over was the worst. Almost painless at 14 days. Hang in there! Just minor 'pulling'.

[Davina's Journey 24]

Many thanks for your comments and suggestions. I went to my GP yesterday as have a virus so needed antibiotics and spoke to them about the pain as I didn't think it was the OP as such and they think that the stomach musceles have been sprained. I then emailed my surgeon and he agreed. It should clear up in about 6-8 weeks. So will have to grin and bear it. My surgeon did suggest getting a girdle!!!