Hormones

I had the DS 4 months ago, i am a light weight and have lost 55 pounds so far. I have been really tired and sleeping a lot, have no energy most of the time. My question is my breast feel full and hurt( like when your pregnant) Is this a sign that my hormones are off and not level? If so is there something I can do? Also, There is no possible way I am pregnant.

I know hormones can do some crazy things during the weight loss phase but I haven't heard this one yet. If it continues much longer you might want to get some tests done. 

--gina

I didn't have any hormones to get in the way of everything, hysterictomy years ago.  But I think my energy level improved as my D3 level came up.  Did you have labs before surgery?  When are your next ones?  Could be several culprits with the energy and I don't have a clue about your breast.  I agree with Gina, if it doesn't get better, talk to your Dr.

Check your iron

I had raging hormones after my DS.  I would get the same symptoms of an on-coming menstral cycle even though I have not had a cycle for 10 years.  Surges of Estrogen which would mess with my moods, my acne would flare, my skin would feel translucent and dew-y (like when you are pregnant), joints would ache, breasts would hurt...  you name it, it was raging.  I felt like I was going through a bad period every 2 weeks.

If your breasts hurt when you had your cycle, then it's most likely the estrogen being released from your fat cells.

Energy level: check your iron and other vit levels.  You should have just had blood tests at 3 months.  And due for another set of tests at 6 months, right?

 

Thank you all for your feedback!! My doctor did not do the three months labs but told me to wait for 6 months. I have been super tired and really can only sit and enjoy life from my chair. I made an appt with a hemoglobin doctor to see where I am at with my iron. I also upped my protein to three shakes a day.

Don't let anyone tell you weight loss surgery the easy way out. We constantly need to be up on everything and really get in tune with our bodies needs. It's a struggle every day to get 64ounces of water in and three protein shakes along with eating when u don't really want to! Oh and to be completely committed to your vites morning noon and night! It's a full time job in of itself! Bless you all on your journey!

I agree and have shared this with several people who have either made the comment or have told me that they want to have the surgery. I explained that they needed to do the research because it is a process and you have to continue to work for the rest of your life. I have had several problems occur as a result of the surgery but ultimately I do not regret my decision. I just wish I had more counseling prior to the surgery to help me with my struggles after surgery.