Hello. I am also on day 5 post-op and I am 29. I must admit that I feel much worse at night. I decided that I would go to sleep last night and if/when I woke up in pain during the night I would take my pain meds, boy was that a mistake. I am also haven't had a bowl movemnt since the day before my surgery, and this is where I got into some trouble. (as gross as it may sound) I think while attempting to use the bathroom I strained to much and my mouth began to pour blood. It took some nice, cold water to get it under control, but eventually I did. My right ear/jaw area is also sore. I haven't been able to eat much other than vanilla ice cream and drink lots of water.
Hoping that things get better in days to come.