Oh Val!! that sounds terrible! It *has* to be better by today! Surely! It should lessen every day...I recall my first couple days were quite rough and I was wishing i hadn't done it, but now of course I'm so glad I did!!
But you are on your way to finally healing, how wonderful is that going to be, huh?
Keep us informed as to your progress as much as you are able. We have you in our thoughts!