This information will allow you to work with your doctors and nurses to get the best pain control. In the past, the common belief was that servere pain was expected after surgery as part of the healing process. Pain Control Methods Pain relief is rather a personal matter. The amount and type of medication required for pain relief varies widely among diffeerent individuals, even for the same operation. Before surgery, ask your doctor and nurse what to expect and how much and may be experienced.
Advanced preparation helps the patient to be in control of their post-operative recovery.
It is a good idea to write down questions before you meet with your doctor and nurse to discuss methods of pain control. Pain medicine should be requested at the onset of discomfort, to avoid delay in obtaining relief. In the past this has created an atmosphere of comfrontation between health care professionals and the patient. Pain medication may be given at regularly scheduled times. Instead of waiting for the pain to become severe, the medication is given to prevent increased pain and to keep it under control at all times.