Question:
do they give you anything for pain after surgery I am having the lap band and was won

   — [Deactivated Member] (posted on August 29, 2006)

August 29, 2006
yes, they do it's in a liquid form and it's a wonderful thing. But the pain is not going to be outrages, so don't worry. I am the biggest wimp around and can't tallarait pain and I did good, which means anyone else outthere are going to be just fine.
   — olga8

August 29, 2006
Definitely!!! Keep in mind I had open-RNY and I'm sure every surgeon and hospital is different, but the pain med I received was the type where you have the button and you self-administer your med. You press the button whenever you need it. IF you happen to have one of those, I'd suggest not waiting to when the pain gets reeeaaallly bad because it's easier to control the pain than get rid of it once it's there. If you're worried, definitely speak to your surgeon/anesthesiologist before surgery. Good luck!
   — platypus

August 29, 2006
I had the Lap RNY and not only had the PCA pump in the hospital where I gave myself my meds, I had a morphine drip as well. Then they sent me home on liquid percocet. I can be a wimp if the pain gets control of me, I can't chase it back well, and honestly they made pain management a priority during my hospitalization and discharge. I was on meds as needed for my first month if I felt the need. So, they should take good care of you.
   — oceanrayne