How long does the pain last after minimally invasive surgery?

Patient's question:

Once treated and effectiveness: Originally had surgery, then underwent minimally invasive treatment. Test and examination results: 1, 5, low back problems, still in pain for over 20 days.

Doctor's answer:

Regardless of what type of surgery it is, there are three reasons for pain: first, pain caused by the severance of cutaneous nerves at the surgical incision; second, pain resulting from damage to surrounding nerves and blood vessels; and third, pain caused by infection at the wound and its surrounding area. Since you have undergone a minimally invasive surgery, the reasons for your pain should be the latter two. I recommend administering a moderate high dose of intravenous antibiotics to suppress wound infection and see if it can promote blood circulation. If the pain does not decrease, it indicates that the pain is caused by the second reason, and the method to alleviate it would then be to take oral painkillers.

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