Hi all! I am only 7 days post op. But I suffer from anxiety and panic disorders. For some reason I have alot of anxiety about passing out from not getting enough nutrition. Am I validated in this or over reacting? Sometimes I don't want to drive or go to the store for fear or feeling I'll from not eating.

What are you eating? I have panic disorder very, very bad myself...However, there can be some validity to your concern. I over did it today and felt very shaky myself. A little bit of natural sugar goes a long way. I found even just a little all-natural applesauce (half of a single serve cup) made me feel worlds better! Id encourage you to log your food if you don't already, and call up your Doctor. He can either point you towards food that will help combat that fatigue, or calm your nerves about fainting!

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I assume since you're only a week out you're still on liquids. I think my doctor had me on clear liquids for 10 days after surgery and yes, the entire time I was on liquids I felt pretty weak and low energy. It amazes me some people could exercise a few days after their surgery cuz the thought alone made me want to pass out. lol. Now is not the time to try and be superwoman... you need to take time to recover. Everything you're saying is legitimate considering you cannot get proper nutrition yet. Are you able to start taking vitamins again? Are you drinking enough water and protein? Don't hesitate to call your doctor for ideas.

You should be fine. Especially if you are on meds for them, keep an eye on your blood pressure and blood sugar. Too low for either one and you can feel dizzy and even faint. Happened to me due to my blood sugar.

I'm 4 days out and have the same concern about my nutritional value. I can't start my chewable vitamins until I'm on my full liquid stage which hopefully will be Monday. I did some light chores and had my 3 yr old son by myself this morning and it really took a toll on me. I'm only allowed 3- 3 oz liquids besides water and 2 snack type liquid like a italian ice or ice pop. This doesn't seem like anything. I just was able to start 3 oz applesauce and 3 oz yogart. So that's two meals. Is this crazy? and I def can't fit my required amount of protein in that. But yea I get dizzy and nauseated when I'm active and I know it's because of the lack of intake. I don't see how this is healthy for anyone .

When I was on liquids I tried to space out my eating. I would have the 8 oz of broth wait as long as I could and then have a protein shake If you are really concerned during the liquid phase I would carry a container of orange juice with you. If you are out and get light headed that will raise your blood sugar quickly.

While I am not diabetic I found that after banding my blood sugar is a lot more stable. I used to have bad spikes probably because I ate alot of carbs.

Hi all! I am only 7 days post op. But I suffer from anxiety and panic disorders. For some reason I have alot of anxiety about passing out from not getting enough nutrition. Am I validated in this or over reacting? Sometimes I don't want to drive or go to the store for fear or feeling I'll from not eating.

o.k....for starters, you are experiencing what most of us go through after we have had this surgery.

Did you have this disorder beforehand?? If you did, then the feelings that you are experiencing would be fairly strong.

For starters... if you are following the guidelines that you have been given for post surgery then there is no danger at all of you not getting enough nutrition. ARe you taking some Vitamin supps? its important that you do... and are you taking Protein drinks? thats important as well at this stage.

It seems that something happens after this surgery which does cause a ''crisis'', and i put that in asteriks.... emotionally and mentally. I dont know why... but it does seem to be a frequent thing that happens to us.

Try not to be overly concerned. If you are taking Protein Drinks, following the procedure that you have been given... and taking Vitamins as well, you are o.k...

.. i hope that this levels out to a normal level for you really soon... it must seem like a really big obstacle right now. you will be o.k. though. We have been through it and are still here and doing well.

Try not to listen to those thoughts that tell you that things are out of control. They arent. Good luck.

I'm 4 days out and have the same concern about my nutritional value. I can't start my chewable Vitamins until I'm on my full liquid stage which hopefully will be Monday. I did some light chores and had my 3 yr old son by myself this morning and it really took a toll on me. I'm only allowed 3- 3 oz liquids besides Water and 2 snack type liquid like a italian ice or ice pop. This doesn't seem like anything. I just was able to start 3 oz applesauce and 3 oz yogart. So that's two meals. Is this crazy? and I def can't fit my required amount of Protein in that. But yea I get dizzy and nauseated when I'm active and I know it's because of the lack of intake. I don't see how this is healthy for anyone .

you need to take things easy and give your body time to recupe. You arent very long post op and it doesnt matter what sort of surgery you have... you need time for your body to heal... thats paramount at this point.

If you are getting dizzy... .try and have a little more sugar in your drinks.. perhaps orange juice? im thinking that hypo might be your problem now.

i just had lots of Fluid... mainly Soup that was clear... i had it all the time, as much as i could take in. It helped me a lot, i suffer from low blood sugar readings.