Question:
Has anyone experienced leg weakness following surgery?

   — DOROTHY A. (posted on May 26, 2000)

May 27, 2000
Yes, Dorothy it's common to feel a little weak right after surgery your legs will be a little shaky and weak I found my strength finally coming back about 3-4 week post-op. While the tired and weakness was going on I took short walks three or four times a day as I tired so fast. As my strength picked up I increased the walks. If you're experiancing fainting with weakness of limbs contact your PCP or Surgeon just to make sure all is well..
   — Victoria B.

May 27, 2000
Hi. Just a thought but I wonder if possibly you are a diabetic or have hypoglycemia? One of the symptoms of low blood sugar is weakness in your legs. Other symptoms may include feeling faint, sweaty and kinda "shaky" all over. Another thought may be that your potassium is out of wack. Make sure you are eating as balanced meals as you can and try to include something from all 6 food groups (protein, fruit, veggie, milk, fat (yes, fat) and carb) with every meal...even if it's only a bite or two. You need food from every food group to help to keep your blood sugar level. And try to eat those meals at approx the same time everyday. If it still persists, then definately call your doctor. You could possibly have a pinched nerve too. I'm not a doctor nor do I play one on television, but I am a diabetic and have experienced a weakness like your having when my sugar drops too low. Good luck and continued success on your weight loss journey. cj
   — cj T.