Feeling Weak Post-op

[sue22 1]

Hey all,

It's been a week today since my gastric bypass surgery, and lately I am becoming weaker and weaker. I'll admit that I haven't been doing my Water or my Protein, and when I thought it was a lack of protein making me so weak and tired, I started making my shakes yesterday, even though my full liquids stage didn't start until today. I had one shake yesterday (1/2 in the afternoon then 1/2 at night) and I've had a half of a shake so far today. I also had a sugar free popsicle yesterday as well as today, and a few sips of water.

The issue is that I cannot stand for long. I get very weak and lightheaded, and feel as though I'm going to pass out. I just went downstairs to make a shake and after I was done blending I had to drop what I was doing to run to a chair, because I was getting so weak I was starting to black out. I had to sit down with my eyes closed for about 10 minutes praying I wouldn't pass out or puke.

Does anyone else have this issue? I'm probably just going to get lectured about how I need to hydrate more and eat more. It seems so hard to get anything in and I'm sick of broth. Any suggestions? I have a job interview tomorrow and I really don't want to pass out during it, or have to excuse myself!

Thanks,

Sue

[jodimc 117]

I'm going through the same thing and docs are threatening to re admit me if I can't hydrate on my own. The key is to sip all day long. It really is easier said than done, but you don't want to end up in the hospital. Mix your shakes with Water (rather than skim milk) and that will count towards your Fluid. They say aim for 64 oz a day, but I'm only getting between 30-40.

Good luck dear. This too shall pass.

[kisersassy 369]

you definitely are dehydrated!! this happened to me twice and twice I've had to go to the hospital for fluids. I know its hard. but you have to!! I am 7 weeks out and just now can only get about 40 ounces

[4SFLFDS 59]

I found the key to staying hydrated was to literally walk around all day with a kitchen timer set to 15 min intervals. I knew that I had to sip at least 2 oz of Fluid every 15 mins.

[sue22 1]

Hey guys thanks for the advice. I have been drinking a lot more lately. I went to my post-op appointment with my surgeon today and told him how I felt. He took my pulse and learned that I was tachycardic. He wanted to send me to the hospital, but instead made me sit and drink a bottle of Water, and make an appointment to see him the day after tomorrow. I'm doing much better now that I'm drinking more. So fellow post-ops remember to drink A LOT! Don't end up like me!

[sue22 1]

By the way I've lost 45 pounds since I started my journey... 15 pounds since the surgery 8 days ago! Yay!

[TinyMamiOf3kids 1,280]

By the way I've lost 45 pounds since I started my journey... 15 pounds since the surgery 8 days ago! Yay!

You lost 45lbs in 8 days?

[cwctx 26]

I ended up in the hospital with dehydration issues. Remember to sip sip sip it will make a huge difference in the way you feel. I am 7 weeks post op and finally last week I really began to feel back to normal and have a good energy level. Hang in there it will get better before you know it!

[sue22 1]

You lost 45lbs in 8 days?

No I've lost 45 pounds since I started my journey. I've lost 15 pounds since the surgery. 15 pounds in 8 days.

[TinyMamiOf3kids 1,280]

No I've lost 45 pounds since I started my journey. I've lost 15 pounds since the surgery. 15 pounds in 8 days.

Oh ok that's good 15lbs in 8 days

[eaepc101211 37]

Does anyone get nauseous or gasey from sipping Water or anything else?

[sue22 1]

Plain Water hurts my pouch, so I drink crystal light. I'm always having these little burps though, especially when I eat. Seems like I let out one or two burps per spoonful of food. It's strange.

[music1618 879]

I used kids sippy cups to help get in my fluids. It is 8oz and easy to drink through. When you are done just refill it, but each time you do you feel like you accomplished something for the day.

[mrsblues 81]

Really important to get fluids in. There have been times when I feel a little off, but the minute I drink fluids whether Water or Protein I feel better. Taking all of your Vitamins should help, too!

[jaymi2521 13]

Really important to get fluids in. There have been times when I feel a little off' date=' but the minute I drink fluids whether Water or Protein I feel better. Taking all of your Vitamins should help, too![/quote']

Thanks for this thread. I was wondering why I wasn't feeling right, and why I don't want anymore Water. It's hard trying to stay hydrated for me now. I had my surgery on Monday the 17 th, and just don't know what to eat it drink anymore... Need help