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A member asked:

Would it be unhealthy to have shoulder pain from the co2 gas a month after laparoscopic surgery?

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No: Shoulder pain from the co2 used in laparoscopy only lasts maybe 1-3 days. See your family doctor for a shoulder examination.

Dr Kidner agreed

Answered 9/3/2016

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