Week 8 Post Op, Still in Pain
Hi everyone, this is my first time posting here, and honestly, I really need help and reassurance. I had surgery on April 2nd, and as of today, I am still having severe pain when going to the bathroom, and the pain continues to bother me throughout the day afterward.
I’ve been doing everything I’ve been told to do — taking stool softeners, fiber, magnesium, and applying Aquaphor to the area — and I’m still struggling. What’s really scaring me is seeing other people talk about being mostly healed within three weeks, while I’m approaching week eight and still dealing with significant pain.
At this point, I’m honestly afraid that something is wrong or that this is never going to fully heal. I don’t know what to do, and I would really appreciate hearing from anyone who has gone through something similar or has advice.