Post surgical emotional mess!

[shanda7182 5]

Hi all,

I am so glad that I have this board! Since my surgery 9-15-09, I have been so emotional, its sad. One minute im happy as can be, next minute im frustrated, irritable, etc. But it has nothing to do with the fact that I cant eat, yes, food still looks and smells good but im not bothered by it like that. My fiance has been so supportive during all this and I have been getting really agitated with him over the smallest things (and im normally a very easy going, happy person). Thank GOD that he is very easy going himself, he hasnt complained much.

I was on the phone with my father today and I was almost in tears, why I dont know, the conversation was not even sad! LOL I need to get a gripe and get one soon, im getting on my own damn nerves.

Has anyone experienced this?

[Malaika 50]

It's not uncommon Shanda, I think most if not all of us have gone through it - hang in there and let your fiance know this too shall pass.

[shanda7182 5]

It's not uncommon Shanda, I think most if not all of us have gone through it - hang in there and let your fiance know this too shall pass.

Thanks Vegas. I guess you think that all of the nerves are gone when the surgery is over but I WAS SO WRONG! It's like im more sensitive these days. LOL:svengo:

[Malaika 50]

Thanks Vegas. I guess you think that all of the nerves are gone when the surgery is over but I WAS SO WRONG! It's like im more sensitive these days. LOL:svengo:

I think, too, it has to do with the anesthesia and hormonal issues.

[cajun 46]

I agree, anesthesia, and hormone changes make for a soupy mess at times...It will pass, just keep telling yourself that. Are you getting in enough Protein and fluids? If you are a little dehydrated and also not getting enough nourishment, it just makes you feel even worse. One step at a time.....

[shanda7182 5]

I agree, anesthesia, and hormone changes make for a soupy mess at times...It will pass, just keep telling yourself that. Are you getting in enough Protein and fluids? If you are a little dehydrated and also not getting enough nourishment, it just makes you feel even worse. One step at a time.....

Yes. Ive been doing well on hydration/protein. I guess it will just take awhile for my hormonal level to adjust and for the anesthesia to get out of my system. Im glad that im more aware so that I can try to control those emotions.

[DownInSocal 12]

Shanda I was a train wreck looking for a place to happen. Now that I can have some soft pureed foods I am better. It is normal and I promise it will get better with time. I was just like you. I cried easily over stupid stuff or nothing at all. I am happy with my surgery but would cry over it. You are normal girl!

[shanda7182 5]

Shanda I was a train wreck looking for a place to happen. Now that I can have some soft pureed foods I am better. It is normal and I promise it will get better with time. I was just like you. I cried easily over stupid stuff or nothing at all. I am happy with my surgery but would cry over it. You are normal girl!

Thanks, glad to know that im not the only one experiencing this.

[Tiffykins 672]

I was definitely an emotional wreck post-op. Then, about 2 weeks ago, I found myself being emotional ago. I chalked it up to hormone levels fluctuating. Plus, not to overshare, but my periods have been off since surgery, and I get super cranky the week before. The cramping is better, and it's a lot lighter than before, but I'm super moody.

[shanda7182 5]

I was definitely an emotional wreck post-op. Then, about 2 weeks ago, I found myself being emotional ago. I chalked it up to hormone levels fluctuating. Plus, not to overshare, but my periods have been off since surgery, and I get super cranky the week before. The cramping is better, and it's a lot lighter than before, but I'm super moody.

Yep, it kinda sucks, yesterday was a better day for me but it has been up and down. Im feeling loco! LOL

[ryansgirl 1]

I'm almost 4 weeks out and i have been hitting my bf hard as well. i more depress then what i was before my surgery i don't even care about the 32 pounds i lost since surgery. i'm starting to think it will never pass...................sorry can't be much of help. well maybe the 32 is something to smile about

nikki

Edited September 22, 2009 by ryansgirl

[DownInSocal 12]

I think a lot of it is just plain stress. We have made major changes in our lives. For me, as much as I never liked to admit it, food was a crutch from a bad day. A nice heaping serving of Pasta or tons of mexican food after a bad day was my fav thing.

I will over share too. I just had my first period since surgery. Cramps were better but I was much heavier than I was used to. I had a few clothing accidents so might want to be careful so it doesn't catch you off guard. It did come right on time though.

[TennJenn 9]

I went through that as well. It does pass with time...hang in there.

[shanda7182 5]

Thanks guys, its good to hear that alot of people go through this. At least it gets better with time!

[beautyqueen 1]

Hey Shanda,

Congrats on being 1 week out! How are you feeling?