Hi all!

Starting my second week post op and have been with a headache for about 5 days now. Anyone had the same issue?

Note that I am diabetic and have high bp.

I had headaches the first couple weeks the nurse said probally wasnt getting enough protein and fluids. I did have a hard time trying to get my proteins and fluids down. I also was diabetic and had high bp but no more. Just keep trying to hydrate your self and get your protein shakes in it does help. Good luck.

having a headache makes things so much more difficult. I am a migraine sufferer. As was previously stated do what you can to stay hydrated and try your best to get in enough protein even if at minimum which I think may be 50 grams. I am suffering with a migraine myself today. Also some things that have helped me to cope with the headaches have been vicks vapor rub on my head, the peel of lemon (I paste the inside of it to the spot where my head aches worst with the vicks and then put an ice pack on top.. Best wishes.

My headaches stemmed from not getting enough water that early out (I also wasn't getting in all of my protein, but when I upped my water, the headaches eased). You may want to check in with your surgeon and/or other doctor due to your diabetes and high bp. Keep us posted.

My husband had terrible headaches for a couple of weeks following his surgery. We think it was mostly caffeine withdrawal actually.