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Is it normal to have bad neck/head pain while trying to sleep days after having laparoscopic surgery for a ruptured cyst?

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Dr. Carlo Contreras answered

Specializes in Surgical Oncology

Sometimes: If you are having incisional pain, without intending to do so you may be assuming an unusual head/neck position while you sleep which can contribute to your symptoms.

Dr Hellman agreed

Answered 10/14/2014

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A member asked:

Is it normal to have bad neck/head pain while trying to sleep days after having laparoscopic surgery for a ruptured cyst?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Carlo Contreras answered

Dr Hellman agreed

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