So I’m not sure if anyone can really help me with this question cause I know everyone is different and I’m a baby. But I keep hearing people saying the were in excruciating pain waking up after surgery. I had a hysterectomy and they went in lap so my abdomen was blown up as well. When I woke up from that I was ok I mean it hurt but not as bad is making it out to be and that worries me. As for the gas pain I do remember that just being uncomfortable but nothing crazy. I just would like to know so u can try my best to prepare myself.

My pain hasn't been excruciating thankfully. There's definitely some pain there but nothing terrifying. I am experiencing more pain than I had with my hysterectomy but these incisions are larger.

I was in terrible pain afterwards. I kept asking myself why I did this and just fell back asleep from all the meds. This was my first surgery so maybe that’s why it hurt so much? My pain went down significantly the next day. By day three it was tolerable.

I've had 2 c-sections which I tolerated well and this (bypass) was nothing compared to that. I was sore but not excruciating-the hardest thing is getting up the 1st time when you don't know how much it will hurt. But walking is the best way to get on w/your recovery! It was slow going and grabbing onto the nurses hand to get up, but not horrible. Obviously everyone is different but being realistic and expecting some pain hopefully means you'll pleasantly surprise yourself. Be honest about your pain scale and speak up if the meds aren't helping. Good luck!