PAIN-Laminectomy for Synovial Cyst Removal

I had a hemi-laminectomy for synovial cyst removal on May 1. I cannot believe how I underestimated the post-op pain. It was an outpatient procedure. I had sciatic pain for three years. My neurosurgeon believes I’ve had this cyst for that long. Is it normal, two weeks post
op to still feel sciatic pain amongst other pinches, nerve flashes and overall pain? My neurosurgeon gave me a tapered steroid pack at day 2 which helped. From the posts I’ve read about people feeling instant relief, I’m so discouraged. Is this normal?