Anemia???

I have been SOOOO tired and lifeless the past week or so, I have no energy and no interest in doing much of anything but lay on the couch. I've also had a cold for almost 3 solid weeks that I can't seem to kick. I wonder if my iron levels are down? I know that would explain the no energy, not sure if it'd explain the never-ending cold... I'm going to call my surgeon tomorrow and see who is supposed to check my iron levels, him or my regular doctors. Just wanted to get your opinions in the mean time! Rebecca

I was feeling lifeless too, but I went back to the gym on Monday and forced myself to start walking on the treadmill for at least 20 mins. I've been gradually increasing it and that little bit of exercise seems to give me more energy. Have you made sure that you're getting at least 60 grams of protein a day? My protein intake really affects my energy too and once I started eating my protein (as opposed to drinking it) my energy improved a bit. Thursday I'm going back to work, so I hope I don't regret it! I think I'm ready, but who knows until I get there! Good luck! Vi

Hi Rebecca..! I think this will be ongoing for 3 months...many post ops have said that...no energy till month 3...!