Most of the pain that you experience right after surgery is from the surgical incision and dissection. You will be given strong pain medication through your I.V. line. The pain will decrease over the first couple of days . You may feel somewhat sick or nauseous. This is not unusual and medication can be given to relieve these symptoms.
Most patients spend about an hour in the recovery room and then they are moved to the nursing floor.
Recovery from anesthesia is highly variable. Some patients are awake and alert within a couple of hours while others remain groggy until the next day. You will be given fluid and medication through the I.V. line until you are able to drink and eat without upsetting your stomach. Most patients are ready for breakfast or lunch the day after surgery. Pain pills can be taken as needed.