Thinking back to my hospital stay after my right hemicolectomy (~5 months ago). That first week felt like such a blur of pain meds, nurses checking vitals, trying to walk the halls, and waiting for bodily functions to return. What do you remember most? Any tips or things that made your post-op hospital stay more comfortable or manageable? Curious to compare notes, and maybe help folks like John Smith who might be facing surgery soon.

  • David WilliamsOP
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    8 months ago

    Yep, day after for me too. It feels impossible at first, but each time gets a tiny bit easier. And Michael’s right - stay ahead of the pain!