Judith, the pain in your shoulder is likely GAS trapped in there from surgery. Seems to be a common place to go. I wonder if Pepcid would help??? I had surgery on 4/21, as well, and am having a terrible time sleeping at night, too. Ventured out today to get some things at Kmart -- BIG MISTAKE. I immediately felt light-headed and in a daze. Don't do what I did! :) Hope you feel better very soon. Write me when you can and we'll compare notes! ~ Susan Open RNY 4/21/03