Question:
No increasing energy and nausea 2 wks post-op
I am 2 weeks post op from RNY surgery. I still don't feel very well and am taking zofran 1-3 times a day to get all my protein/fluids in. But most of all I don't feel like I'm gaining any energy. This morning I got up, washed my hair and got dressed. I had to sit down after and rest, then got my twins dressed and dried my hair. By the end I was sweating, hot and felt horrible. Anyone else have this problem and what helped? I have to return to 12 hr shifts in a few weeks, HOW? I'm really frustrated. Thanks. — healthycatt (posted on August 2, 2010)
August 2, 2010
Hi Catherine! You're only 2 weeks out from MAJOR surgery. I didn't feel
like I had most of my energy back until the 4-6 week mark. Surgery takes a
lot out of you and your body has to readjust. It's going to take time.
You are not alone in this experience. It gets better, I promise! Good
luck to you :)
— spitfire0379
August 2, 2010
I've heard some people say that they had a temporary big energy drop after
a few weeks. Good news is that it didn't last very long. Congrats on your
surgery.
— Janell C.
August 2, 2010
Catherine, this is all very normal. Getting your 65-70 grams of protein in
will help. It also helps to stay hydrated. Drink (sip) all the fluids you
can. Give your body a chance to heal. It does get better and the advice
from others is very good. This is not an easy process, but the worst is
behind you. Congrats on your decision to improve your health and your
life!
— Bonnie H.
August 2, 2010
You need to relax and if you have a husband ask him to help you. Like the
other person commented you only had surgery two weeks ago. Do not rush
back to work too soon either, you need to rest.
I am only commenting on me, but I had one rough year, but I gave myself
this year to heal and take care of me. If I had to stay home from work I
did, however, I do have a marvelous boss!
— FSUMom
August 2, 2010
give yourself another couple of weeks..it will happen..congrtas!! the only
comment i have to the hot part ..is coud you have consumed too many sugar
or sugar alcohols? i feel that way when i get dumping. best of luck! hugs
n God Bless! Kim
— gpcmist
August 2, 2010
A year ago today, I was exactly where you are. No energy, feeling terrible,
and wondering if it was ever going to get better. Trust that it does get
better. Give yourself time. Everyone's body is different, but 6-8 weeks
sounds about right for most. And still you will have to take it slow. Give
your body time to recover from the "invasion". You will be fine.
— browngathers
August 2, 2010
You are expecting too much too soon. I had my surgery April 22 of this year
so just 3 and a half months post op. I had to feed and water my horses just
a week after my surgery as my husband works out of town. I had to feed one
or two and go sit down and rest..surgery took a lot out of me and the
anesthesia zaps you. I am down over 70 pounds now and feel SUPER...just be
patient and give it time..Susan
— tfqh99
August 3, 2010
I am so glad that you said this! I'm sorry, not glad that you feel this
way. However, I feel this way as well and thought that I was the only one.
I would read about so many people having so much energy. And I would feel
wiped out after cleaning the kitchen or taking a shower.
I was feeling kind of like a failure.
I just feel a bit better that someone else is feeling the same way.
Please know that I wish you well... and soon!! :)
— tee_lee
August 3, 2010
Hi, I am a little over 2 weeks out and have experienced every symptom you
mentioned. When I went in for my post-op my doctor gave me my prescription
for my B-12. I took it the next day and have felt better ever since. I'm
still weaker than normal but at least I can function. I returned to work
yesterday and did fine.
— TammaiTX
August 3, 2010
My two cents: I am five weeks post-op today. My energy level has finally
swung around to the point I can take a 1 mile walk, if I go slowly. Pre-op,
I could do two or more miles in a little over half an hour. I think what
you are experiencing is pretty normal, and that the passage of time will
see your energy level increase. I have to tell you, though, that I think
it may be overly ambitious to be planning to work 12-hour shifts a a couple
of weeks. Even if your work is performed while sitting, this will be a
challenge. Good luck to you; the worst is over. It will only get better
from now on.
— MastoDon
August 3, 2010
Hi Catherine, I too am happy you asked this question. I'm wiped out! One
week today post-op. It does't seem like there's enough time in a day to
get eerything in, but I'm trying. Then my in-laws come to stay and help me
out and make more work for both me and my husband (he's a full time
student) They actually showed up with fresh fruit from their orchard and
now we are about to start processing it! I told her all I would help with
this year is cutting and pitting while sitting. I m happy for so many
resonses here. It makes me feel better that this is all normal.
— 4catz
August 3, 2010
For sure listen to these people they have been through it. You are doing
things way to soon. 4-6 weeks is correct more 6 then 4. Also No Lifting.
Anything over 5-10 lbs. Ever! I have herniated and now I have to have it
fixed and I am 6 years out from RNY. It takes a good 2 years to completely
lose all your weight and heal. This was major surgery. Don't push it and
definitely don't lift the twins. Slow down on the protein drinks. You will
gain your weight back later as protein was originally for body builders to
bulk up. Its not natural and you will bulk out again. Try to get your
protein from food. Try everything. Small little bite of this then that. Now
you should be pureeing your food still. Just eat. This surgery only works
if you eat. My surgeon was correct on that and I never did UN natural
protein. I weigh 130 lbs. Good Luck!
— Kimberly Ten Kate
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