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For those that are post-op have any of you experienced a B1 Thiamine deficiency? I found out that I am a few weeks ago after the front of my body being numb from my shins to my chest, which started two months ago. I've been taking Thiamine injections for a few weeks now and slowly getting better. It's very frustrating though. Just wanted to see if there was anyone else that has dealt with this and could share their story. Thank you.

Question for those that are post-op- Did you ever deal with B1 (thiamine) deficiency? If so, would you mind telling me a little bit about your experience? Thank you!

@Nurse_Lenora I am seeing one tomorrow. Had my B12 level checked and it was within normal range.

I'm 3 months postop now and ever since February 3 I've had this numbness. It started out in my legs and moved it's way up to my chest. So from my shins up to my chest is just numb. The numbness is only affecting the front of my body, not the back. Yet. All my blood tests have came back fine, so that rules out vitamin deficiencies. Also had a CT scan of my head, which was normal. I'm starting to wonder if it's surgery reated, but really hoping it's not. Anyone else experience something similiar after surgery?

@@Janie80 So far, so good. Today was better than yesterday. Hoping each day will improve. I feel the most pain when I get up or lay down. The pain is starting to last less. I haven't taken any pain meds today. I have the pesky drain too and hear things get better once it's removed. I'm courting down to the 30th as well to get it taken out. I'm also required to drink 64 ounces of liquids a day using a medicine cup to measure things out and that takes 16 hours to do. I've had no nausea at all while drinking because I'm really taking my time. I also make sure to walk every hour. I think I over did it a little from getting up a lot because my legs are somewhat sore like how you feel the first time after you go to the gym and it's been a long time. I took a shower for the first time today and washed what I could without hurting. It was nice to just clean myself up. Made me feel better. It's also a little hard getting pants on right now. I've read people saying that they stop hurting after a week, which would be nice because I'm a side sleeper and can't really do that right now because of the pain it causes. I'm sure that will get easier as will everything else as the days pass.

@ I'm 3 days post opt now. I think I'm doing better than I thought I would too. Getting all your fluids in is hard as it is an all day thing. It's crazy how much weight we gain in the hospital from all the fluids. I gained 13, but I've lost 8 since I've been home. Good luck with your recovery as well! We're well on our way to healthier, better lives!

@@turbomom22 Hope it goes well for you. Good luck!

@@Maraki I think I'm doing good so far. Just being really adamant about getting my fluids in and walking. I'm supposed to get 64 ounces in a day, which takes me about 16 hours. It's crazy! The pain also isn't too bad and I've been fortunate not to have too much gas pain so far. I mostly just feel pain for a short time when I stand up or lay down. I hear that'll feel better once my drain is out. Really looking forward to that. Most people only have theirs in a week, but since Thanksgiving is a week from when I had my surgery I'm stuck with it for a bit longer!

@@Janie80 Good luck with your surgery! 8 more days!

@@countrygirl That's awful! What surgery did you have in 2013 if you don't mind my asking?

@@Rdy4ANewLife Thank you. I think I am doing good. I was discharged the day after my surgery. Just sipping my fluids and walking a lot. The most pain I feel is when I get up or lay down, but not for too long. Good luck with your surgery! I'm sure you're counting down the days!

@@Sajijoma I'm 3 days days post-opt now. I know all Doctors are different, but have you tried unsweetened Almond Milk? I mix it with my Unjury Protein shake. It's pretty good and have no issues keeping it down as it is soy and lactose free. I can't wait to get my drain out. It's so gross! It's hard for me not to weigh myself to see how much I am losing too.

@@silkouj That's awesome! I hope everything went well for you. And I know what you mean. I've got 8 more days now and can't wait. @@Melissa1987 One day before mine! We're almost there! @@JessM. Good luck! I'm sure you can't wait!

@@Sean Morrison That's great! I hope I feel good too one week post opt! @@ShelMarie Good luck to you too! We're almost there!

I'm scheduled for the 19th of this month. 10 more days to go!