I made the mistake of reading all these nasty reviews & i was horrified. Well the hospital had to give me 2 enemas, which werent torture like i expected. As long as they lube u good, it wokt burn. After the surgery i woke up in a lot of pain. Finally gave me a percocet. I had this surgery apr 17th 2014. Day 2 & it id very easy. Make sure u get up make sure move around. Most importantly do not eat heavy fattenting foods. I have stuck with hi fiber fruits & veggies & lots of water. My first bm wasnt torture like i thought either. This whole experience is nothing i read about. It had been so easy. I know this is worth it considering the pain i was in for months before this decision. The only thing i have is a few cramps here & there. Considering i havent had period cramps in 7mos bc i dont have those parts anymore, it takes getting use to. Take it from me, dont get worked up, u will feel so much better.