Kinda bummed and having some issues (x-post)

The first week after my surgery i felt great - lots of energy, walking a lot, etc.

Now I'm almost 3 weeks out and it's a completely different story. I wake up with my whole body aching. Literally from the top pf my head all the way down to my calves. It's like a strong dull ache, EVERYWHERE! It's worse in my biceps, shoulders and the backs of my legs.

I had my bloodwork done and the only thing it showed is that I'm still anemic. I was anemic prior to surgery too so I don't think it's that.

I have also been having minor but fairly constant heart arrythmia. I only drink one 16 ounce coffee per day. Prior to surgery I was averaging close to 60 ounces.

I have been getting bad leg cramps too, during the middle of the night.

I take Vitamin D, multivitamin, B-12, calcium, iron, synthroid, actigall and lexapro. I have also ordered some magnesium in the hopes of staving off the leg cramps and helping with arrythmia.

I am worried because my symptoms seem close to fibromyalgia-like. I have also read that fibromyalgia can be triggered by a physical injury - even surgery.

Any ideas or thoughts? I am really struggling right now...

Yes I've read where fibro can be triggered by severe stress which surgery certainly is. If your primary doc isn't familiar with fibro or doesn't believe in it I would suggest that you see a rheumatologist or pain specialist to determine if this is indeed fibro, There are certain trigger points that can be tested that will point to fibro. For your sake I hope it's any thing but fibro because I wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy! The best thing is to stay active which is easier said than done! Try lots of stretching to keep muscles loose. It could also be a vitamin issue where you are so newly operated on. I wish you the best!

I do have fibro, for years
and I am going through the same thing with the aches and pain esp the leg cramps in the night.

I had surgery 8/25, so I am too wondering if this has been caused by the surgery.

good luck to you
LILRED

I too, have Fibro...diagnosed a few years ago, but, I know I had it way before then...Lots of docs don't really deal with it. I am 8wks. out and I also did pretty good the first week after surgery, I was able to get in and out of bed and was not suffering too much. However, after that first couple of wks., all Hell broke loose in my body, I have been completely bedridden for the last 5 wks...talking about bummed, well, I am PISSED OFF. I've had it. The PC doctor that I have now has not really taken me serious, I took matters in my own hands and asked for in home health care. The RN that assessed me is going to request Fentynal patches again, physical therapy and aid for bathing etc. I have really been suffering. Yes, I have been told that this surgery can trigger Fibro...and for me, it has. Not at all what I expected, thought that I would be feeling better, not worse.
I pray that you will get some relief before it gets too bad, don't let it.
Let me know how you make out,

Lady Lin

Ask you doctor to check you T3 and reverse T3 levels ( reverse T3 will tie up your T3 and you will be low even if T3 is wnl.  Have your D level looked at also ( it can be suplemented with sub lingual drops so you do not need more pills)  Try to do things that help you sleep better as poor quality sleep will exerbate pain  leg cramps can be calciun, Potassium or the need for quinine( tonic water or pill) talk to your doctor. I would try a long hot shower before bed time to out heat deep into your muscles ( or anytime you pain flares)
See someone that specialses in Fibromyalgia.
Good luck