Important question.

I need to ask a question. Ok I had my surgery 1 week ago today. I just got out of the hospital yesterday. I had a couple of compliations. Well Now here I am and I have a head ache. I had those before the surgery but was told that after surgery it could mean a blood clot. I am freaking out. What do I need to do? Any suggestions? Thanks for your help!!!!!

I would call your doctor NOW, do not take a chance at all, it could be nothing, but it is much better to be safe than sorry. I will keep you in my prayers, Shelia

Always call the doc to be safe but all the meds recieve durring surgery and going under and the way they put the body can also cause a headache you can take childrens chewable tylonel. let us know how you are feeling. Annrenee

Thanks you two. I called the hospital and talked to the nurses that took care of me for a week and The nurse told me the symptoms for a blood clot and I had none of them. We figured it was my blood sugar dropping and after I drank some oj and milk It got better. I just keep freaking out over everything. I am going through a food mourning period and keep finding myself asking what have I done to myself. I know this is normal and it will pass. Just didn't think it would be this bd. I am going to the sopport group meeting on Monday. That should help some.

Brenda, Glad you got answers and hope you are feeling better. I know it's easier said than done but try not to stress so much. You are doing great. I know being newly post op you worry over everything. Hopefully this will pass as you get further out. Take care!

Hi Brenda! I am sorry to hear that you had some complications with your surgery. I hope everything is ok now? Yes, the food mourning is normal - unfortunatley. So is the "What have I done" phase. It will pass. Going to the support group will help. This beginning stages can be trying. Just try to find things that you like and satisfy you. Let us know if there is anything you need or questions we can answer. Misty

sweety you are doing fine but call me if you would like or give me your number and i will call you. I have free long distance. 865-951-0488 Annrenee RNY april 24th Maryville

Sorry to hear you had problems but glad to hear that a blood clot is not one of them. Could the cause of the headache also be lack of caffeine? I don't know if you were a coffee drinker prior to surgery. If you were and have not had any since, you may be going through the caffeine withdrawal. Also, even mild dehydration can cause headaches. I'll see you Monday at the meeting.