Hey guys. I have a stupid question. Am I supposed to feel this good?

I had surgery at around noon on Thursday 7/7. By 7:30 pm that night I was feeling great- I walked over a hundred laps around my unit and went home at 4 pm on Friday.

Since then- no real issues. I've read about so many on this board. No constipation, no major fatigue, liquids are going down very easy, I don't even really have to sip and I'm getting over 60 grams of Protein (shakes) and at least 80 oz of fluids (mostly water) everyday. My urine is running clear and I'm not constipated. I'm sleeping better than I did pre-op and stopped taking pain meds yesterday.

Yesterday and today I was out and about, shopping and helping out an elderly relative. I've been going for long walks in my neighborhood. This morning I competently handled some international business matters before 9 am. Tomorrow I'm planning to swing by my office to handle some business, walk around the city, get a facial and babysit my nephew.

So this post is not a humblebrag. I'm seriously wondering- is something going to come smack in the face in a few days? Did anyone else feel totally fine after surgery? Is my perspective skewed from reading too many posts about complications?

There are numerous threads on here that start out -- "Is there something wrong? I'm recovering so well and feel so good!"

And then dozens of people (who don't post a lot) chirp up and say, "Me, too! I thought I was the only one."

Honestly, WLS surgeries with no complications and fast, easy recoveries and little drama llama truly are the norm. Doesn't mean that other people don't have difficulties. But they're the exceptions.

Congratulations on your quick recovery! I did not have many problems post op either. I felt better and more energized instantly!

That was about my experience. I had some pain, the main incision was very tender, the surgeon had a hard time getting the removed portion of my pouch out. Other than that and some constipation no issues. I was getting all my liquids and meeting my Protein goals the first full day home. Home alone for two weeks, no issues, driving second week.

Hey guys. I have a stupid question. Am I supposed to feel this good?

I had surgery at around noon on Thursday 7/7. By 7:30 pm that night I was feeling great- I walked over a hundred laps around my unit and went home at 4 pm on Friday.

Since then- no real issues. I've read about so many on this board. No constipation, no major fatigue, liquids are going down very easy, I don't even really have to sip and I'm getting over 60 grams of protein (shakes) and at least 80 oz of fluids (mostly water) everyday. My urine is running clear and I'm not constipated. I'm sleeping better than I did pre-op and stopped taking pain meds yesterday.

Yesterday and today I was out and about, shopping and helping out an elderly relative. I've been going for long walks in my neighborhood. This morning I competently handled some international business matters before 9 am. Tomorrow I'm planning to swing by my office to handle some business, walk around the city, get a facial and babysit my nephew.

So this post is not a humblebrag. I'm seriously wondering- is something going to come smack in the face in a few days? Did anyone else feel totally fine after surgery? Is my perspective skewed from reading too many posts about complications?

You will eventually feel fatigue from your body healing + lack of calories.

Keep in mind - people post about complications FAR more than they do feeling good. That's why you feel like that's all you've read.

I didn't feel quite as good as you, but I did end up feeling like my surgery was an anomaly because I had no complications, no pain, no vomiting, no constipation, etc.

Good for you , glad you're feeling so well , I was right there with you feeling practically no pain even went shopping on Revolution Boulevard in Mexico 2 days after my surgery. When I returned to work one week post surgery I put in half days and went home and took a long nap each day the fatigue finally did catch up to me but never had any of the other complications so I hope your good health and energy continues. when and if you do feel tired follow the signs your body is giving you and REST

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I'm doing very well...I am 12 days out. I asked my surgeron if he really did anything cause I feel really good. I was fatigued at first, but as I got more Protein in, life got so much better.

I went back to work today and continue to be pleasantly suprised.

I was prepared to be on my death bed based on others post. But I realized my individual experience is just that...my own. So therefore anyone else who experienced the growing pains does not mean my journey is going to be filed with doom, come a week or ever.

Enjoy!!!

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I had my surgery,July 6th,My first z days home were a little hard,but now I also feel grest,I do have to drink slow. I get full very easy, my surgeon doesn't want me over doing it,just a nice walk,I went to the grocery store today,which I haven't done in months, we haven't had a car for about a year. It's about 1/2 mile from my housec (the store)so my fat butt sure wasn't walking in Texas 90's weather,but I got a ride &didn't get exhausted from just shopping like before,so I'd say yes,my be not at your level,but I feel pretty darn good☺????

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So glad there's lots of us who feel great!

I had my surgery June 27th & I was the same way. I literally lapped the patient who had surgery a couple hours before me. I was discharged a couple hours earlier than expected & 2 days after being out of the hospital I walked 12,500 steps in one day!

Be cautious though, I overdid myself a bit on the 4th of July. I danced a bit too much & out of habit picked up my nephew to dance with him & he's about 10 lbs over my weight limit. I felt fine at the time but within a couple hours I was really sore. The muscles around the incision they took my stomach out through have been pretty sore (doctor says everything still looks good though luckily) & I'm just now starting to feel back to normal a week & a half later.

Your recovery sounds a lot like mine. By the end of the first week the fatigue DID kick in, but I allowed myself to rest and then got up and moved by walking as soon as I did. I was walking a few miles by the end of two weeks. Never had an issue with liquids, or keeping food down.

Since the first month- I'm now just past 3 months- I completely re-hauled my front landscaping myself, started at the gym with a personal trainer, and kept moving. So embrace what you have, listen to your body and enjoy the new you! I've dropped 73 lbs since March 23 and hit 199 today!

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@@higher just be careful not to overdo it!

If one listens to their body, they won't over -do it. Once you have your surgery you will understand.

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Your recovery sounds a lot like mine. By the end of the first week the fatigue DID kick in, but I allowed myself to rest and then got up and moved by walking as soon as I did. I was walking a few miles by the end of two weeks. Never had an issue with liquids, or keeping food down.

Since the first month- I'm now just past 3 months- I completely re-hauled my front landscaping myself, started at the gym with a personal trainer, and kept moving. So embrace what you have, listen to your body and enjoy the new you! I've dropped 73 lbs since March 23 and hit 199 today!

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Wonderful to hear of your successful recovery, fitness and weight loss! Thank you for sharing.

I actually DID get slammed with fatigue at the end of the day today and was in bed before 10! So you are right, it can catch up to you.

@@higher just be careful not to overdo it!

If one listens to their body, they won't over -do it. Once you have your surgery you will understand.

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@@KristenLe you haven't had your surgery yet? I never would have known- you are doling out advice with the authority of a seasoned vet in every thread I post ! No offense at all, you are very sweet but I had no idea.

I had my surgery June 27th & I was the same way. I literally lapped the patient who had surgery a couple hours before me. I was discharged a couple hours earlier than expected & 2 days after being out of the hospital I walked 12,500 steps in one day!

Be cautious though, I overdid myself a bit on the 4th of July. I danced a bit too much & out of habit picked up my nephew to dance with him & he's about 10 lbs over my weight limit. I felt fine at the time but within a couple hours I was really sore. The muscles around the incision they took my stomach out through have been pretty sore (doctor says everything still looks good though luckily) & I'm just now starting to feel back to normal a week & a half later.

I mean, at least you were dancing! Great to hear about your successful recovery as well.

@@higher just be careful not to overdo it!

If one listens to their body, they won't over -do it. Once you have your surgery you will understand.

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@@KristenLe you haven't had your surgery yet? I never would have known- you are doling out advice with the authority of a seasoned vet in every thread I post ! No offense at all, you are very sweet but I had no idea.

Sorry - no I haven't had surgery yet but I have learned alot already and have a medical background. I'll shut up.

@@KristenLe I wasn't telling you to shut up! I was just surprised that's all. No worries.