Pre-op weepiness?!

[sailorbrees 69]

My PCP doctor switched my anxiety medicine to one that will help me quit smoking. Not sure if its the change in medicine but anytime any of my family asks me about the surgery or even reading forums on here I cry the whole time. Anyone experience a lot of weepiness pre-op? I know I'm nervous/scared/happy so that is part of it, but I've been crying for three hours over not wanting to try on bridesmaid dresses until after my surgery in April. What gives?

[O.T.R. sleever 3,386]

My PCP doctor switched my anxiety medicine to one that will help me quit smoking. Not sure if its the change in medicine but anytime any of my family asks me about the surgery or even reading forums on here I cry the whole time. Anyone experience a lot of weepiness pre-op? I know I'm nervous/scared/happy so that is part of it' date=' but I've been crying for three hours over not wanting to try on bridesmaid dresses until after my surgery in April. What gives?[/quote']

Have you been on a strict pre-op diet?

If yes, and you are rapidly losing weight, the emotional swings can be attributed to large amounts of estrogen that has been trapped in fat tissue being dumped into your bloodstream.

[Traci J. 207]

I wasn't and haven't been weepy, but I can tell my hormones are all out of whack cause I am one cranky/snappy b***h lately (TOM); hoping they equal out or whatever they do soon....as does my hubby I'm sure. Hang in there!

[Pookeyism 1,143]

Pre-op weepiness, when you are switching meds like you are decribing, should be done with the most careful understanding of what might be serious warning signs for switching meds.

Weepiness that feels general, like just about anything at that moment would have caused you to cry - that can be anticipated. If it is accompanied by serious, depthful sadness - nothing can make you bounce back - or you also feel anger or rage or intense confusion - that is a sign of more.

Women are told weepiness is to be expected in weight loss, but remember this should be only mild, we do not "use" all of that estrogen, it is flushed and broken down too. Try to find a mechanism that you can use (you are in a different position than I was, with the meds and smoking - so your solution will probably vary) to gauge what is normal, and ANTICIPATE what you plan to do if it worsens. No matter what the weepiness stems from, it will probably make you want to get in your comfort zone, and comfort zone for many is old, bad habits (at the very least, we do not grow in this journey in our comfort zones). So have a plan for how to do that. It does help.

Good luck!

[sailorbrees 69]

Thank you for all the posts! I am doing a modified diet that my surgeon has me on until March 1. It doesn't feel too extreme, but I am losing weight. Maybe it's from that. The medicine I'm sure has something to do with it, but I know I'm driving my family nuts. It's not uncontrollable sobbing just teary eyed and occasional crying. I just hate feeling this way. Can't wait to get home and walk on the treadmill. Maybe that will help

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

Hi please keep a log of your moods and feelings... The stop smoking meds can cause increased depression and anxiety. You should definitely notify your prescribing physician for your safety.

Hang in there, this is an emotional ride

But please do keep a record of your feelings and discuss this with the dr. who prescribed your med

[sailorbrees 69]

I called my PCP yesterday and we decided to go back to my old medication and I'm going to use Nicorette. New body, new life, new me. Quitting smoking has to be easier than the surgery so I know I can do it. Thanks again for all your help. It's much appreciated

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

Glad to hear you can do this, you are strong!!!