6 Days Post-Op Feeling Like Crap....i Need A Hug

[Ailly 32]

Headache , shaky, sweaty panic attack crappy feeling today. I'm so crabby. My incisions hurt and itch. Can't stop thinking I've made a huge mistake and ruined the rest of my life. I know it will pass but holy hell what a day.

[Getting There 198]

It WILL get better - promise!!! I'm 6 1/2 weeks out and feel great! Eating normal foods (not much but there's nothing I've tried yet that I couldn't eat). Great energy level - I am SO GLAD I did this!!!

Make sure to keep an eye on your temperature though if you're not feeling good. I high fever and/or a racing heart can be a symptom of a leak. I'm not trying to alarm you, but just be aware.......

And here's a big feel better hug - and an extra one for your puppy

[Ailly 32]

Mason and I thank you!

[kczar 166]

Sorry you're feeling bad, sweetie. It will get better! I'm a bit over two months out and I feel amazing. In fact, I just got a new pair of jeans. Size 18 jeans! That's down from wearing 26/28's before surgery. It will happen to you, too. Keep your eyes on the prize. You'll get over this soon.

[Scaredy Cat 92]

{{{{{{{ HUGS }}}}}}}} one day at a time!

[Ailly 32]

Sorry you're feeling bad' date=' sweetie. It will get better! I'm a bit over two months out and I feel amazing. In fact, I just got a new pair of jeans. Size 18 jeans! That's down from wearing 26/28's before surgery. It will happen to you, too. Keep your eyes on the prize. You'll get over this soon.[/quote']

Congratulations on your success! Can't wait to be where you are now, especially after a day like today.

[PeskyPisky 4]

Day 2 after surgery was a bit like that for me. Couldn't settle, couldn't lie down, sit up, stand, sleep. Headaches, nausea, general sense of distress that just wouldn't go away. I finally slept (with the help of pain relief meds) for a couple of hours and woke up feeling a little better, since then each day just gets better. I'm now being kind to myself, if I don't progress at the same rate as I think I should, I just try to accept it and adjust to whatever that day brings. I'm pretty much vegetarian at the moment - but I know that meat will re-enter my diet at some point.

A friend had similar experience to you in the beginning but is now happy and about 150lb lighter and moving in with his new girlfriend. Hang in there, it does get better. Everyone has put up some great advice here - but take note of Junior Guru's comments re watching your health too so speak to your doctor or nurse.

Big hugs and well wishes to you!

[GeauxForIt 659]

Days 5-10 totally SUCKED for me! Felt better but not better enough. Cranky, head hungry, sore, but not really in pain and not losing weight!

Then...it got better. Just ride it out!

[Ailly 32]

Feeling better. Had a long conversation with my BFF who had surgery a year ago. That and everyone's posts definitely helped. Thanks to all <3