Muscle cramps 3 weeks post op

[elaina831 28]

Can anybody tell me why and is this normal?

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[KristenLe 5,979]

Always speak to your surgeon about any concerns BUT - if you are getting cramps in your legs or feet - it could be dehydration or a vitamin/mineral deficiency issue. Make sure to be getting at least 64oz of water/non-caloric beverages (no caffeine) a day, enough Protein and take your Vitamins. If you are at the stage you can have soft foods - try eating a banana and see if that helps. Keep us posted as to how you're doing!

[judymcd69 17]

I know this is unrelated but.............I need advise. Everyone talks about PB2 so I bought it. Now what am I supposed to do with it. HELP

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

I know this is unrelated but.............I need advise. Everyone talks about PB2 so I bought it. Now what am I supposed to do with it. HELP

You can mix it into shakes, puddings, yogurt, etc.

You can also reconstitute it with Water to make a paste (peanut butter).

[TJBintheOC 104]

Totally normal. A nurse friend told me to get drops for my Water that contain magnesium and electrolytes. I got mine at Sprouts. I had terrible calf cramps. Good luck.

[theladyslipper 120]

I totally had calf cramps & ended up stretch a lot & walking it out--weird. It stopped adventually. The worst was if my backer & duvet were tucked too tightly pushing my food down---then it would cramp. Good luck!!

[theladyslipper 120]

I liked PB2 & 1/2 mashed banana. [emoji106] hope you find some good recipes!

[elaina831 28]

Totally normal. A nurse friend told me to get drops for my Water that contain magnesium and electrolytes. I got mine at Sprouts. I had terrible calf cramps. Good luck.

Thank you so much.I will try that tomorrow. I'm on Clear Liquids and Protein Shakes until this sunday.It will be 6 weeks total (pre op/post op diet).finally some soft food.I think my body is just a little depleted from liquids only