Post op cholysystectomy pain

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I have a question regarding post operative pain. I had a cholysystectomy three weeks ago robotically through a single incision near my belly button. HIDA scan 6% and constant pain, it was chronically inflamed according to patho. I still have some nausea and dizziness that my doctor thinks is not due to this and should see an ENT. I also have constant discomfort in my upper epigastric region directly under my sternum. It's a constant dull ache. The fact that it's chronic is what makes it so bad. Nothing I do seems to make it better or worse. Surgeon thinks I should be feeling amazing right now. What's your opinions? Am I experiencing pretty normal pains for three weeks post op or not? Also, what is the typical amount of time to feel "normal"?

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Specializes in OR, Nursing Professional Development.

Per TOS, we cannot offer medical advice. Your concerns need to be addressed by those who know your history and can perform an assessment- your healthcare team.

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My experiences post-op can not be expected to be your experiences post-op. Another reason why you need to communicate with your healthcare providers.

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Specializes in Education, FP, LNC, Forensics, ED, OB.

As stated above, you need to pose all questions and concerns to your primary provider/surgeon. Per TOS, we cannot offer the medical advice you require.

We hope you feel better soon.

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