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Is it normal for you to be very weak after the ds surgery? That is my only problem. How do i get my strength back.

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I had RNY surgery, so the same protocol may not apply. But I suspect that the weakness is due to not meeting the Fluid, Vitamin, and Protein requirements. Also drugs may interfere with the process.

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I had the DS loop and I had problems with weakness . I don't know if everyone has it the same. I fell a lot at first, but as I kept walking and kept up with my Protein, Vitamin, and Fluid intake it's gotten better.

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I had RNY and was very weak until I got my Protein levels up.

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I felt really weak after my sleeve. Even in the hospital. I chalked it up to the anesthesia but after several days at home and not even feeling like I could carry my purse I called the doc. Turned out that my blood pressure meds were no longer needed. It was making my blood pressure too low and that's where my weakness was coming from. I honestly felt like my neck was not strong enough to hold up my head. And that I couldn't carry anything without my arms hurting. Just something to keep in mind.

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I had same issues with no meds. doctor also said feeling weak was normal because I am eating a lot less calories (fuel).

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that was supposed to say with my meds.

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I felt GREAT the first week after surgery...euphoric! Lol...then my body was like oh no you will not make me move! I was super tired weeks 3-9.... just ended week 10 and finally got energy back!

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