By the end of the first week, I started feeling like my old self. It was much easier to sleep upright at first though. My reclining sofa and I became one! LOL! My whole body ached--I think it was the effect of the anesthesia. My son kept making me laugh which really hurt (helps to press a pillow against your stomach--same thing when you ride in a car). I only took Tylenol for the first few days, but I have a very high threshold for pain.

Walking is great for keeping your blood flowing and it helps relieve gas pains--take Gas-X if needed. It works really well!

Be sure to follow your post-op diet instructions well so your stomach has time to heal.

If you are concerned that you are in too much pain, check in with your doctor's office. They are there to help you!

I hope you feel better soon!

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