Had mine done about 8 years ago. For the most part, the application of the local anesthetic at the beginning of the procedure was the worst part. Thank God, that only lasted a few seconds. My recovery went pretty well, but I did have one incident where I went to sit up fast and got a flashback to the pain of the anesthesia. After that, it was frozen peas for me for a few days.

Swelling, although not uncommon, can get bad in a hurry, so I'm told. Get off your feet quick (but don't try to get up too quick) would be my advice. As Sg said, there are better days ahead.