Typically: first few days you will have some discomfort, swelling and pain (controlled with medication). Get lots of bed rest.
•5-7 days – stitches removed, surgical drains removed
•1 week – begin light exercise
•1-2 weeks – back to work for desk job
•2 – 6 weeks – most of the swelling will be gone
•3 -4 weeks – start moderate exercise
•3-6 weeks – begin feeling normal
•6 weeks or longer – back to work for strenuous job
•1-2 months – scars start fading
•Up to 1 year – scars mostly faded
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