Post Op Depression?

[havaneseday 8]

Wondering if any post sleevers ever experienced depression of sorts following surgery. I have had a "food routine" for so many years and am a little nervous about the drastic change surgery will have on my eating habits. food can no longer be a coping mechanism or comforter.

[chris54 106]

I never experienced any kind of depression, so sorry you are having difficulty.

[valdostaGA 149]

I'm 4 months out and yes having depression also but hold on this to shall pass:) be encouraged!

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[joatsaint 2,814]

I am 5 weeks out, and fortunately, I haven't been depressed. But for the 1st week post-op, I was pissed at the world. Don't know why but I really wanted to fight somebody.

[popsicle_20721 27]

Yes, I have/had a serious problem with depression. I had this problem before surgery, but had been able to manage without medication. After surgery, I begin to sink pretty low and had to restart taking medication. I had to stop doing many things cold turkey and like you, food has been my friend for many years.

Use the search feature on this site and search for post related to depression. There have been several posts regarding this topic.

[slojo 150]

51/2 months out and had to go back on antidepressant... The depression is just now starting to lift for me. Still have some days where I just sit (has alot to do with the weather for me, I"m an outdoor person). Started tanning in a tanning bed (Just once a week), and this has also helped...

[Bella86 82]

if you suffer from depression or anxiety I think that this massive change can be very difficult. I personally have struggled and noticed the classic signs such as extreme tiredness, especially in the mornings, and sleeping so so much - the lack of food doesn't help lol

Best to get some help and meds if you need them, I'm finding the more active I am the better I feel :-)

[Beautyandbeyond 227]

I am presleeve (surgery next week)and experienced quite a bit of anxiety myself about not being able to cope with food.

I decided to come up with some fun beverage options for the full liquid stage and forward as well as alternatives to my favorite foods and Im feeling much better!