I had RNY and paraesophageal hernia repair on 6/12/23, Recovery has gone well as well as weight loss but I find that my exhaustion is overwhelming. I contacted my surgeon they suggested contacting my GP, She said she's certain it's just recovery. She didn't take any labs. Is there anyone else that has been dealing with this? And if so how do you get around the exhaustion?

glad you are talking to doctors! Are you able to get in your vitamins and proteins? B12 shots have really proven to help energy as well. I hope that you are feeling better soon.

Thank you, I am averaging between 30 and 50 grams of protein. Thank for the advice on the shots I may give those a try!

Ask for some bloods to be taken to check your levels. Even with taking your vitamins it’s easy to be in a nutritional deficit simply because you’re eating so little at the moment. You may be anaemic. Try to get more protein in too when ever you can. I know it can be tough. I supplemented mine with a high protein yoghurt/yoghurt drink (I hated those shakes). Are you allowed carbs? Even some rolled oats (not instant) every day can be helpful (a complex whole grain carb, that’s low processed).

My levels were okay, but I was lethargic & hard energy drops for a while. I found an electrolyte drink helpful for a boost of energy especially if I had a lot to do that day.

I was at first but not by two months out. Definitely see your doctor. It could be you need to beef up on some vitamins/supplements - but labs will tell you that. Also, your protein level seems really low for being that far out. We were supposed to get at least 60 grams - but then, I know different clinics have different requirements, so if yours says you just need 30-50 grams, then there's that...

being low in iron or B12 can cause tiredness - but again, see a doctor before increasing supplements - getting too much of some of them can be problematic, too.

Thank you both for these suggestions, I do recall at my 1 month followup that my hemoglobin was low, the surgeon said that she wasn't worried at that time but I think your suggestion for labs is very appropriate. I am allowed carbs I usually have a netzero tortilla but I will try the oatmeal.

I am low on proteins, the surgeon did suggest 75 grams at this point, I will also work to get those in. Perhaps I will use some protein water to add some additional protein.

I hope that you all have a great day, and thank you again for your suggestions and guidence.

You got a lot of good information and advice. Just wanted to say, I’m 1 month out and I’m also exhausted. I hope we feel better soon

You got a lot of good information and advice. Just wanted to say, I’m 1 month out and I’m also exhausted. I hope we feel better soon