Feeling SAD

[GoldyGirl 186]

I am a week post op. I am losing weight, not hungry and doing pretty much ok. Still on some pain meds for tummy pain. I should be super happy, but I am not, The main issue I am dealing with is my emotions. I just FEEL SAD, Cry at the drop of a hat, and just get an overwhelming feeling of sad. ??? Anyone else had these feelings, I just feel lost.

[micgrafx 1]

I've heard this is SO common and will pass by week 2. I've already warned my husband that I will be a basketcase by the end of the first week. Hang in there! This is a NORMAL phase. Must mean you're doing great!!!

[franken05 7]

I went through and still am going through the same thing. It does get better. It is your hormones out of wack. Give it time. What seems to help me is to sit quietly by myself and just breath. Let my mind drift. If that didn't work I cried till I was dry and went on about my day. I feel for you. I hope you feel better soon.

[Momonanomo 534]

I'm sorry you're feeling sad

I'm pre-op so I've not been there yet, but from what I've read on VST over the last few months I know to absolutely expect to get the blues after surgery.

Others will chime in because they have actually had the experience, but there are several things probably going on. One is your body reacting to surgery, anesthesia, and pain medicine. All those can be depressing -- funny how the physical can really affect the mental.... Then there's all the hormones that are probably going crazy. And then there's the inability to comfort with food, which I for one know is what * I * tend to do.

Be patient with yourself and know that this too shall pass. Also maybe find an area support group for people who have had WLS? And defintiely DEFINTELY stay in touch with the peeps here! In general it is a very happy & supportive community!

You've made a decision to have a happier healthier life, and the first step can be a buggah! Just remember you've got a whole bunch of us cheering you on!

[joatsaint 2,814]

I didn't have a sad phase, but towards the end of the 1st week post-op I was thoroughly pissed off at the world!