Extremely tired 3 weeks post-op

[CarsonsMom 9]

Hi!!

I had my sleeve surgery 3 weeks ago today (March 23). So far, I seem to be doing pretty well with everything except that I still do not have much energy and am extremely tired just about all the time. I feel I am getting the appropriate amounts of Protein and fluids. Before surgery I did use a CPAP machine, but was told not to use it after surgery for at least 2 weeks. I did call the surgeon's office today, but didn't really get any answers. I will be going to my primary Dr. tomorrow and will discuss with him too.

I guess I am reaching out to those of you who are further along in their journey to see how you felt at 3 weeks post-op. Is this a "norm", or should I be concerned.

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[Zoes.Realm 190]

Hi Carsonsmom,

I had my sleeve surgery on 3.16.16. I am still having some problems with low energy. I really believe it is your body learning to deal with the change in the amount of food that you are taking in. Dehydration can be a part of it. I am actually sitting in an infusion center at the moment getting fluids and Vitamins due to Dehydration and the fact I am not getting much food in.

I think over time we will start to feel better it will start to turn around.

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[KristenLe 5,979]

Hi!!

I had my sleeve surgery 3 weeks ago today (March 23). So far, I seem to be doing pretty well with everything except that I still do not have much energy and am extremely tired just about all the time. I feel I am getting the appropriate amounts of Protein and fluids. Before surgery I did use a CPAP machine, but was told not to use it after surgery for at least 2 weeks. I did call the surgeon's office today, but didn't really get any answers. I will be going to my primary Dr. tomorrow and will discuss with him too.

I guess I am reaching out to those of you who are further along in their journey to see how you felt at 3 weeks post-op. Is this a "norm", or should I be concerned.

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Are you back using your CPAP? I would definitely start again!

[CarsonsMom 9]

Hi Carsonsmom,

I had my sleeve surgery on 3.16.16. I am still having some problems with low energy. I really believe it is your body learning to deal with the change in the amount of food that you are taking in. Dehydration can be a part of it. I am actually sitting in an infusion center at the moment getting fluids and Vitamins due to Dehydration and the fact I am not getting much food in.

I think over time we will start to feel better it will start to turn around.

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Thanks @Zoes.Realm! So sorry you're having issues with dehydration. I hope you are feeling better soon!!

Edited April 13, 2016 by CarsonsMom

[ShrinkingPeach 1,291]

You had a really big surgery, I think we for get that. If you are getting in your Protein and liquids that is good. Did your surgeon ask you to take any supplements such as B-12? I take that twice a week.

After surgery I was tired for about 6 weeks or so, then my energy took off. The more weight I lose the better it gets.

Hang in there!

[CarsonsMom 9]

Hi!!

I had my sleeve surgery 3 weeks ago today (March 23). So far, I seem to be doing pretty well with everything except that I still do not have much energy and am extremely tired just about all the time. I feel I am getting the appropriate amounts of Protein and fluids. Before surgery I did use a CPAP machine, but was told not to use it after surgery for at least 2 weeks. I did call the surgeon's office today, but didn't really get any answers. I will be going to my primary Dr. tomorrow and will discuss with him too.

I guess I am reaching out to those of you who are further along in their journey to see how you felt at 3 weeks post-op. Is this a "norm", or should I be concerned.

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Are you back using your CPAP? I would definitely start again!

Thanks @@KristenLe! I've decided to try using my CPAP tonight to see if it makes a difference.

[CarsonsMom 9]

You had a really big surgery, I think we for get that. If you are getting in your Protein and liquids that is good. Did your surgeon ask you to take any supplements such as B-12? I take that twice a week.

After surgery I was tired for about 6 weeks or so, then my energy took off. The more weight I lose the better it gets.

Hang in there!

Thanks @@ShrinkingPeach!! Yes I am taking Multivitamins, D3, Calcium and B12. I've been taking all of these for about 2 weeks now.

[Delta07 6]

I can completely relate! I couldn't imagine how people went back to work at only 2 weeks!

The surgery is bigger than most believe and when you get used to it, you realize how much you managed to overcome. I promise you, it gets better. Stick to your Vitamins and rest as much as possible. If you work it can be tough. I'm a single mom and work and laughed when the nurses have me that advice but it helped so much with recovery. At about week 5 you'll wake up feeling a little normal and it'll get better from there!

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[KristenLe 5,979]

@@CarsonsMom I am beyond encouraged reading your weight loss success - I'm a little heavier than you but similar stats and I hope I do as well as you've done since surgery! Very impressive! :-)

[CarsonsMom 9]

I can completely relate! I couldn't imagine how people went back to work at only 2 weeks!

The surgery is bigger than most believe and when you get used to it, you realize how much you managed to overcome. I promise you, it gets better. Stick to your Vitamins and rest as much as possible. If you work it can be tough. I'm a single mom and work and laughed when the nurses have me that advice but it helped so much with recovery. At about week 5 you'll wake up feeling a little normal and it'll get better from there!

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Thank you @@Delta07!! I am now at almost 6 weeks out and I did start getting a little more energy about 1 1/2 weeks ago. Also, I started using my CPAP again at 3 weeks, which has also helped. Now if I could get my arthritis pain under control. My right knee is a total mess (bone on bone) and has been this way for around 5 years now. I already had my left knee done but am holding off as long as possible to do the right---hoping losing the weight will help with this.

[Delta07 6]

Mine hurt a while too. I remember thinking wtf? Lol it'll get better too but if you need surgery, I would think it's safe to wait til you heal from one before the next

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[CarsonsMom 9]

@@CarsonsMom I am beyond encouraged reading your weight loss success - I'm a little heavier than you but similar stats and I hope I do as well as you've done since surgery! Very impressive! :-)

Thanks @@KristenLe!! I haven't been officially weighed at the Dr office since April 22, but I think I have lost another 6 pounds since then. Have you had your surgery yet?

[KristenLe 5,979]

@@CarsonsMom I am beyond encouraged reading your weight loss success - I'm a little heavier than you but similar stats and I hope I do as well as you've done since surgery! Very impressive! :-)

Thanks @@KristenLe!! I haven't been officially weighed at the Dr office since April 22, but I think I have lost another 6 pounds since then. Have you had your surgery yet?

No, I have to go through 6 months of supervised weight loss so I'm hoping I can schedule surgery in September! I will be dancing in the streets if I do as well as you! :-)

[Marie2016 87]

I am six weeks post surgery and I am still struggling with fatigue. I am drinking my Water, getting in my required Protein and taking Vitamins. I think it just takes time for bodies to recover. I am trying to listen to my body more and not push myself. I do not want to get sick by overdoing it. Good Luck

[CarsonsMom 9]

Mine hurt a while too. I remember thinking wtf? Lol it'll get better too but if you need surgery, I would think it's safe to wait til you heal from one before the next

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I agree @@Delta07!!! I made that mistake about 3 years ago. I had a triple fusion of my left ankle July 2013, left knee replacement February 2014 and triple fusion of my right ankle July 2014. Unfortunately this last one did not heal correctly and I will have to make a decision at some point if the pain is unbearable to have the surgery redone!! That is something I really have to think about hard since it means another 10 weeks of non weight bearing again.