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I am one month post op for laparoscopy still experience pain even though incision look healed outwardly how long does it take for pain to resolve especialy the cut at the belly button ?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Pain: If no fever an otherwise you are feeling OK it may take another two weeks to get pain free. If you have persistent pain after that you should be evaluated.

Answered 8/31/2019

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A member asked:

I am one month post op for laparoscopy still experience pain even though incision look healed outwardly how long does it take for pain to resolve especialy the cut at the belly button ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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