Home again and very sore

Hey there to all!! Well, my lap band is in and I am back home again. It has been a rough 36 hours but it is over now. I am very sore but happy to be home. Anyone have any suggestions on how to deal with the left shoulder pain after lap surgery??? I am told it is normal because of the CO2 they use to fill the abdomen during the surgery but man oh man does it hurt like heck. It is worse than my belly. Will take any advise you can offer. Hugs to you all, Pam G

Pam Walk, walk, walk, walk, walk to move the gas downward. The sore abdomen was to me, the least of the pain. I had a whole lot more problem with the gas from the laparoscopyic surgery. I also used towels heated in the microwave for 1.5 mins and then draped over my upper abd. I reasoned that it not only increased comfort but sped healing. Rest isn't a bad thing. I'm glad you're ok. And, I think you will love what the band does for you. Did the surgeon add any fluid post-op? Hugs Sandie