Question:
What happens after surgery?

Answer:
When you are discharged from the hospital,

• You will be given a set of instructions regarding "do’s and don’ts" after major surgery.
• A prescription for pain and any other necessary medications will be given to you. Since constipation is a known side effect of the commonly prescribed pain medications, an over-the-counter laxative medicine is recommended (Senokot, Colace, etc.).
• You will need to return to the clinic or see your doctor every three to four months for routine checkups.

After surgery, you may have fatigue, diarrhea, weight loss, and a full feeling that does not disappear after meals. However, after a few weeks, these feelings will go away, and you will be able to return to a normal diet and routine.