Question:
sleep deprived

I had the sleeve 7 weeks ago I had to go back to the hospital over new years week end. I havnt been able to sleep, in the day I feel real stressed. Doc gave me meds but I wounder if this is common.    — jullie (posted on January 9, 2012)

January 9, 2012
Since my RNY in 09 I have had bouts on trouble falling asleep....rarely an issue staying asleep; so I read up on suppliments and discovered Melatonin. It is natural to our bodys and sometimes falls below optimal levels. I began taking 1-2 mg about 1/2 hour before bed and have not had this issue since......good luck.
   — karensaporito

January 9, 2012
I do not know how old you are, but if you are in menopause, that will cause sleep problems as well. My regular Dr told me I MUST get my rest, so I do take a sleeping pill, if I don't I am up all night long. I have had issues since menopause. Good luck!
   — FSUMom

January 9, 2012
i had rny in june of 08 and this has been an issue for me ..i have withmany others who also have sleep issues and memory issued...not everyone does..but many do,,,i do not take sleep pilss i just deal with it ..last summer i was walking 14 miles a day and getting only 3 hours of sleep..my health is not an issue...i am ok..for now,,,but it is frustrating and stressful to not sleep...talk with your dr about it..
   — gpcmist

January 9, 2012
Since I had my surgery in November 2010, I have noticed the same problem. It is because you now have more energy because of the weight loss. I admit that it sometimes is a problem when I know I have to get up early the next day, but I still feel better than before I had the surgery.
   — cubdaddy

January 10, 2012
i am not sure if is normal, but I my nutritionist recommended melatonin pills that help to sleep, they are natural you can take up to 10 mg per day at night time, but always talk to you dr
   — villy5

January 12, 2012
I also have had sleep problems. My dr. reduced my thyroid medications. I take a allergy pill at bedtime to help get to sleep. I am on cpap for sleep apnea with oxygen at night. My nights go from about 9:00 p.m. to about 4:00 a.m. when I get up with the dogs.
   — bettywink-chipper