A member asked:

I came out of hospital yesterday after having a laparscopy salpingectomy iv woke up this mornin with shoulder tip and back pain is this normal?

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Dr. Alvin Lin answered

Maybe (not) . . .: Shoulder & back pain might be due to positioning. Former may be due to irritation of diaphragm. Regardless, these are questions best asked of your surgeon who should tell you what to expect, who to contact, when to return (sooner), etc. If pain doesn't improve w/rest or suggested pain relievers, best to contact surgeon, especially if fever, sweats, chills, nausea, vomiting etc.

Answered 8/18/2013

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Dr. Clifford Gevirtz answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Yes: Gas under the diaphragm can cause pain in the shoulder area. This should go away within 36 hours.

Answered 11/19/2015

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