How much pain is there following surgery?
This is an individual variant. Some report very little pain, others report moderate pain or even considerable pain for short periods. Strong pain medications are prescribed for the postoperative period and it is recommended they be used. Pain usually subsides considerably once the drains have been removed. Pain is not a major factor in the recovery period; discomfort does persist for a while as the required binder is restrictive for it to be useful in limiting swelling and preventing fluid accumulation.
