HELP!! Nice pills needed!

OK, it's taken me a few days to get enough nerve to even post this problem I've been having but I knew I had to get some others opinion and there's was no better place than here. Here goes...... I am 3 weeks out (down about 18 lbs.) and I have been really short tempered at everyone. Even the slightest little thing sets me off and I have been really "nasty" at times to others. It just seems that every little thing ticks me off. I am not usually like this and I know it's unfair to others especially to my family who have been really supportive. I don't know why I've been feeling like this other than I'm going crazy or mentally insane. I've been trying to get all my water/protein in but some days it's really hard so I'm not sure if that has something to do with it or not. I just need to really find out why this is happening and start being a little more tolerable to be around. I also went back to work (secretarial work) this past Monday and I'm also taking all my vitamins. Somebody please give me some input on what to do before my husband throws me out of the house for being so hateful all the time.(ha,ha) When I'm hateful then I feel bad and end up crying all the time. Please someone give me some "nice" pills!!! I just want to be in a good mood again. Thanks everyone! Regina

"Nice" pills might be just what you need. I know Dr. Cacucci puts all her patients on lexapro after surgery just in case. I didn't end up needing mine, so I didnt take them, but a LOT of people do need the extra help right out of surgery. This is a stresful time of year anyway, and those of us struggling with weight issues for a long time know that food is generally one of our coping mechanisms. Now you dont have that to help you cope. THe anti depressants help with that short term wise while you can find another way to cope.

Regina, I would recommend your getting in to see your surgeon or pcp. For many people, having WLS is like having a death in the family. The 'who died' is your ex-best friend, food. With you being only 3 weeks out, you may be going through a mourning period. Perhaps you are mad at your family, at the world, because 'they' can still woof down a whopper or a pizza and you can't. Sometimes, it takes a short time of being on an anti-depressant to help you get through this period of adjustment. Your surgeon would know which kind is better absorbed. Many people leave the hospitals on them, so don't feel like it's a 'you' thing. Pretty much common actually. As you adjust to what you can and can't have....and can try a few oldies and find out that they just aren't what you want anymore...you'll find it's easier to adapt. Good luck...and you know, I think I'd bring your hubby to the doctor with you. It would probably be good for him to hear your concerns and your view of your behavior...and for him to hear your doctors assurances that this is normal for many post-ops. Sherri

Regina, I agree completely with Sherri and Darrah. When Dr. Cacucci put me on Lexapro I couldn't figure out why? Thank heaven she did. I had and still have to a lessor degree the same issues as you. I am almost a year out and still have times where I feel like I could explode at everyone. Dr. Cacucci encouraged me to find another outlet. Exercise is it for me, and the once a month facial and pedicure. Exercise has taken the place of food that I used for coping. I did take my husband to my appt with Dr. C. when I brought this issue up and she assured him that things will get better as I adapt to this "new" me. It has gotten better and it will get better for you too. When people asked me how I've changed beside losing the weight, I always say, I used to be pretty laid back and rolled with the punches. Now I'm pretty assertative about things and my needs. I think this is the first time in my life I have focused on my self. My girls and hubby aren't used to that, but after a year of this their learning. Sarah

Yup, Dr. Inman was going to put me on lexapro, but I was already on zoloft, so we left that alone. I am 2 weeks out, and I can totally relate to how you're feeling. We're undergoing so many changes, and some losses, and it can be overwhelming. Talk to your doctor about how you're feeling and they may give you an anti-depressant to help take the edge off. I can recommend also maybe finding a counselor to talk to. I have been going to one for some time (I have bipolar that we work on keeping under control), and find it really helpful now with the post surgery problems. Linda Vicory

Thanks girls. I saw the doctor and I'm doing a lot better now that I know I am having normal feelings. You are all great!! Regina