Question:
Why am I so tired?

I had lap rny 4 weeks ago, All I want to do is sleep. I am so tired all the time.When will I get the burst of energy that I keep reading about. I also have fibromyalgia, so that could be adding to this    — Jackie R. (posted on January 12, 2001)

January 12, 2001
Maybe you need to call your dr and have your labs done. There could be a few reasons as to why you are so tired, low protein intake, low iron, or maybe you need a b 12 shot just to name a few. Call your dr asap so that you can begin to feel normal again. Good luck
   — Tanya P.

January 12, 2001
I was right there with you!! I am now 12 weeks post-op and do pretty ok all day...by 7-8 at night I am wiped out though. Hopefully Avalee will see your question and post. I forget her last name or I would tell you to go to her page. She has some info on "hibernation syndrome" It was very very true.
   — tlg6056

January 12, 2001
Jackie, I also have fibromyalgia..and I was sooooo tired at 4 weeks...now I am officially at the 3 month mark, but..I gotta tell you I had an awful flare up recently. So, it could be the FM. Also, I found when I increased my protein..it not only helped boost the weight loss..(especially if I was in a small plateau), but..it helped with my energy level. Consult your doctor to be on the safe side, that's why he/she is there...but, try and get in more protein and rest when needed, okay? Much love, Terri
   — Terri G.

January 12, 2001
OK, are you getting in your 64 oz of water? Even slight dehydration can make you feel like a wet noodle! Minimum 60g of protein supplement, not milk, not CIB, not Boost, not Ensure--- real protein supplement? How much sugar are you taking in? If you are getting not enough to go into a full dump (heart palpitations & all that), you might be getting just enough to give you terminal sleepies. The psuedo-protein products above are LOADED with sugar and many of us do not tolerate them well.
   — vitalady