Question:
im almost 1 year out and for the last week i get weak and my legs feel like rubber

what could cause this any ideas please let me know thx    — icannie (posted on March 23, 2003)

March 23, 2003
first, call your pcp or surgeon. next, consider these two possiblities: 1)i had both symptoms about a year out and was hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) i was eating more carbs and not eating enough protein and waiting too long between meals.2)i did not need my high blood pressure meds anymore but that was earlier post op. good luck and check in with your doc.
   — PATSY N.

March 23, 2003
There are so many possible reasons, that only a doc and good blood work can answer. Until you see your doc, make sure your are getting enough liquids and protein.
   — faybay

March 23, 2003
Have you been stopping all carbohydrates?
   — Danmark

March 24, 2003
Cheryl, I had the same problem pretty early on post-op. Are you on any medications? My legs would feel like jello, and it was just really hard to walk alot, pretty discouraging. I was on a combination of medicines that caused it for me. But also lately, I feel pretty weak like that again, and now it is due to really low blood pressure. So just like the previous poster said, it could be a number of different things. I would check it out with your doc just in case. Hope you feel better!
   — Lezlie Y.

March 24, 2003
Definitely see your Doctor or PCP. For me it was the beginning of my journey into vitamin deficiency and malnutrition. Next came polyneuropathy. Please don't wait to see a professional.
   — snicklefritz

March 24, 2003
When was the last time you had blood work? You could be dehydrated, or have a lack of iron or B-12, low blood pressure, the flu coming on, etc. Check with the doctor though, especially if this persists.
   — Cindy R.