Post op questions....

[Gumpgal 45]

I am 5 days post op and the last two nights I have experienced a ripping/burning pain in my lower abdomen. It wakes me from a dead sleep. It's horrendous. I can't move its hurts so bad. I have also had sever night sweats as well. To the point my shirt is soaked and I am freezing.Has anyone experienced either of these after Gastric Bypass? I am wondering if this is something I should loop my Dr in on?

[esskay77 785]

I think you should err on the side of caution and call your doctor. It might be nothing but it is best to be safe!!

[FrankinTexas 58]

Gumpgal,

I am sorry to hear you are having some issues. I would definitely check with the doctor on Monday. It is always better to be on the safe side.

[Gumpgal 45]

@FrankinTx I will be calling first thing this morning. It's another night where the God awful pain has occurred, except for this time I took just regular Tylenol because I am trying to back to work tomorrow, and can't be doped up . Unfortunately the regular Tylenol doesn't do much for this particular pain. It is honestly the worst pain I have ever felt. It leaves me shaking and nauseous. It feels like something is ripping in or around my belly button. Sitting upright does help it a bit. I am starting to become worried.

[kell778 46]

@FrankinTx I will be calling first thing this morning. It's another night where the God awful pain has occurred, except for this time I took just regular Tylenol because I am trying to back to work tomorrow, and can't be doped up . Unfortunately the regular Tylenol doesn't do much for this particular pain. It is honestly the worst pain I have ever felt. It leaves me shaking and nauseous. It feels like something is ripping in or around my belly button. Sitting upright does help it a bit. I am starting to become worried.

Are you passing gas? And does it help to walk around or does it get worse? Usually Drs will have an on call person to answer questions. I'd try that. They always say that fever is a sign of infection and I worry that might be what you are experiencing. I also would take another week off if you can. Be safe, and get lots of rest. Please keep us updated!

[Gumpgal 45]

So after a quick visit to the dr, he informed me that this is caused by muscle spasms. My body is trying to relax and the internal sutures and pulling. He prescribed a muscle relaxer to take at bed time and told me to be sure to stay on top of my pain medication.

[The Candidate 3,215]

@@Gumpgal so sorry to hear you been having this pain! Didn't see this thread until now. Hope the new meds will help. Let us know how you're doing.

Feel better soon!

[kell778 46]

I'm so glad you got it figured out!!!

[Gumpgal 45]

Thanks ya'll! Basically he told me I am trying to push myself and to take some more time to rest and heal. It has only been 6 days ????. I guess I thought would bounce right back. Lol

[kell778 46]

You def need more time! Rest and rejuvenate. Your body just had MAJOR surgery. Bouncing back isn't realistic for all, myself included.

[Gumpgal 45]

Yeah! I know that now. I foolishly thought I would be one of the ones that just bounced back and hit the ground running. LOL My body has quickly corrected me.