u/Fit-Kangaroo9283

Just curious to see if anyone has had a similar experience. I had ACL / meniscus repair surgery about 6 days ago and thankfully the pain has been really manageable. However I woke up with my period today and it was miserable, which is typical for me on my first day. What was strange to me though is that I have experienced more consistent knee pain today than all other days. Just curious if anyone has experienced something similar. Bodies are weird.

finally got ACL repaired (hamstring) and meniscus stitched up this morning. I asked the lady discharging me a lot of questions and at times I felt she was slightly unclear and a little short with me. Everyone else was literally amazing and so kind. My bf and mom were present but also still a bit overwhelmed. Of course I'll call someone but today I'm feeling so out of it I had a couple questions and wanted to know other people's experiences.

1. do I have to be elevating it most of the time? I've been home from surgery for a few hours and mostly napping but I have been really comfortable with my leg just straight on the bed, no pillows under the knee of course.

2. she mentioned that I shouldn't go home and just sleep all day but the way she said it was confusing if she meant today literally or over the next few days. I have exercises I'm supposed to start tomorrow.

It's important to note that I'm NWB for the next 6 weeks.