depression and the band

ShanaMarie · January 29, 2004

After your surgery, did any of you feel depressed for a while? I'm almost 4 weeks post-op and I just feel so out of it still. Maybe it's the crappy weather (damn you, Michigan!), maybe it's mourning for the binges I used to have, maybe it's just that I hate school, I don't know. I haven't really felt like myself since the surgery. I just want to sleep all the time... I started using the Unjury Protein Powder to see if it would help boost my energy, but it's only been a week and I haven't noticed a difference yet. Just wanted to vent! Any stories or suggestions are appreciated.

donali · January 29, 2004

Hi Shana -

I have read several posts that state anesthesia can leave some people feeling very depressed. I don't know how long anesthesia related depression lasts, but it wouldn't hurt for you to see you PCP about it. It could be that, or you could be suffering regular depression that is coincidental to your surgery.

No one should have to suffer with depression - there are many different medications that can help, and being on one doesn't mean you have to take them forever. I was on Wellbutrin for 6 months in 2001 - no meds since, and no relapses.

So definitely consult your PCP!

ShanaMarie · January 29, 2004

Thanks for the adivce, Donali!

I take Paxil for anxiety, etc. I think just typing out my original post helped me realise what the problem is. I had my surgery over winter break, two days after my boyfriend's mother passed away, and now I'm back at law school (which I hate), where I have to study and clean and shovel snow. I need some warm weather and a vacation!!