After the Procedure

• Some pain or throbbing is possible where the small cuts were made. The doctor may recommend a prescription or over-the-counter pain reliever.



• If stitches were used, a follow-up appointment for removal of stitches may be scheduled in a week or two as directed.



• Sometimes the carbon dioxide gas can trigger shoulder pain after the procedure. Some of the same nerves that reach the shoulder are present in the abdomen. The pain goes away over time.



• Pressure from the gas may cause a sensation of needing to urinate more often and more urgently. This sensation goes away over time.



• The doctor will determine when eating and drinking can be resumed.



• Once a person has sufficiently recovered, he or she can be sent home. Someone else should drive.