Question:
Pain Three Weeks Post Op, Please Help.

I'm 3 weeks post op and I have a strange pain. It's like a spasm that comes and goes. Maybe ot feels more like an intermitant digging. Its located on my left side, under my breast. ANYONE HAD THIS BEFORE??? SUGGESTIONS?    — k r. (posted on September 12, 2002)

September 12, 2002
Hi. I had a simular pain but not till 4 months out. My doctor said it was a pulled musle. But my pain was all over my stomach, not just on the left side. I would recommend calling your doctor's office. In fact, don't ever hesitate to call and ask questions. It's so important that you listen to your body. It may be nothing like mine was, but better safe than sorry. Good Luck.
   — Sarah K.

September 12, 2002
The majority of work is done on the left side of the body during the surgery.I am sure it is just part of the healing process but you should call your doctor to be sure! Good Luck!
   — Sherry S.

September 12, 2002
I've developed the same kind of pain (maybe more so) this past week, and I'm 7 weeks out. I saw my doctor yesterday, and he agrees with the poster who said it was a pulled muscle. He told me to take it easy lifting for a couple of weeks, because they heal slower, now that we can't take anti-inflammatories. And I agree with the poster who says never be afraid to contact your doctor. I felt foolish going to mine, and he told me the only fools are the ones who DON'T come in when they're concerned!
   — AmyL

September 12, 2002
I had a similar problem at three weeks and was advised that it was my ribs moving back into place. It lasted a week or two and then went away.
   — Mary U.

September 12, 2002
Kelly, I had the same pain 3 wks post op....I went to my dtr and he said it was from the rib retractor. So, I agree with Mary. I took pain meds for 2 days and when I stopped, so did the pain and hasn't been back. Good Luck...If it will relieve your conscience, call your dtr.
   — heathercross