Question:
no energy

I had the lapband March 15 and dont have any energy,Is this normal and how long does it last.Someone I talked to said mention to my doc and maybee they would give me a vitiman B injection.has any one had this or any suggestions?Please let me know.Thanks You!    — Sandy Hanson (posted on June 5, 2007)

June 5, 2007
I had lap/rny almost 4 months ago - so I cannot speak about the lap band, but I too had no energy. They said it was normal in the beginning - you've had surgery and your body is healing and adjusting, etc. They mentioned that the B12 shots may give you a bit of a boost, but nothing too crazy. When I spoke to my surgeon/NUT/PCP they suggested more iron, so I am taking Vitron-C, an otc for like $8 that has helped me in so many ways. I also keep taking my sublingal B12 every other day and it all seems to be helping - in addition to my body being healed and adjusted. Good luck.
   — jammerz

June 5, 2007
Sandy have you've had your Blood Labs done since your Surgery Date. The Suggestion is that they should be done Two weeks Post-op and then Monthly for at least the first year. Then every three months if your not having any problems. For the next year leading to at the least every 6 months from then on. Or more if there is any signs of difficulties. Check with your Surgeon for details as most Primary Doctors don't know Bariatric Symptoms.
   — Michael Eak

June 6, 2007
Low energy is very normal - especially so close to surgery. I still have my days of low energy at almost a year out. I can directly attribute them to when I'm lazy and not watching my protein, when I'm eating too many carbs (they make me tired), when I haven't been taking my vitamins - espeically B12 and Bcomplex. Low iron can make you tired too. I find when I start paying attention to what I eat and take my vitamins, I get my energy back. Oh, when I don't get my daily walks in, the lack of exercise also leaves me with less energy.
   — KC

June 6, 2007
I'm 6 years out and completely washed out. No energy. I had more at 319 lb than I do now. But that is NOT the norm. But for those of us who never got energy back life is not so good. Yes, I've had years of all kinds of blood tests... no one knows what is wrong. I don't regret WLS... but every year I feel worse and worse and don't have any belief that I'll be around to many more years if the problem is'nt found. Again, this is NOT the norm. More than likely about six months out you'll get your energy back. You are just to new post op. It usually takes four months after surgery for your body to get back on track. Good luck.
   — Kittypup

June 6, 2007
Im almost 5 months out and I still dont have alot of energy. My doctor said its normal to feel tire to about the 6 month. Good Luck!
   — barfiep01

June 10, 2007
I had my lap band on 2-2-07. I have had extreme fatigue for years. I even have CFS (chrinic fatigue syndrome) I have found that I HAVE to take my vitamins (I use the liquid vitamins from Costco... and a liquid iron ...because the absorbe immediately) I also give myself vit B-12 shots weekly. I have felt tons better. Yes, I am still tired, but usually only when I get myself off my schedule. Check your sleeping habits.I thought that I didn't need my c-pap anymore, I still do. Definately watch your carb intake. Try a boost (yes the stuff your grandma drinks) they help, they also have ones that are high in protein, if the problems persist and you are just too tired to function, definately go see your dr. but do your part. Good luck...
   — mccabesmom