Does Surgery Hurt Afterward?

Pain after surgery is a normal occurrence. Your surgeon should prescribe or recommend appropriate pain medication for you to take after your procedure—this does not mean you will have no pain, it means your pain will be tolerable.

How long does the pain last after surgery?

It is common for people to have some symptoms after surgery. Mild or moderate pain and swelling at the incision site are common. These symptoms usually peak 2 to 3 days after surgery and then get better.

What surgery is most painful for recovery?