Fatigue at 7 months post op

[Karess Haivala 8]

I am 7 months post op and down 100 pounds. I've completely gotten off blood pressure meds and I am taking my daily Vitamins and getting at least 80 grams of Protein a day. (I'm making sure I do at least 2 Protein shakes a day as my levels were a little low at about 4 months out. )

The last two weeks I am really feeling exhausted and I last time I felt this way, I knew it was my blood pressure was too low, indicating it was time to completely go off my meds. Doctors agreed and then I was fine. I am feeling the same type of exhaustion but my bp is good. I've been checking it on a regular basis to make sure that isn't an issue.

I am still on thyroid meds, and wondering if its time to go in and have those levels rechecked.

Anyone go thru similar situtation? I'm waiting on the doc to get back to me. I know I am doing everything right, but feel like my body is telling me something.

[ShrinkingPeach 1,291]

Having your levels checked for everything sounds like a god idea. Make sure you are getting enough fluids also as dehydration can deplete your energy. Hope you get an answer soon!

[Karess Haivala 8]

I'm going into my regular dr on Friday to have blood work done. I'm also really bloated and gassy, which hasn't been an issue. Going over food log, nothing stands out as a culprit except sugarfree coffee Syrup. Build up maybe?

[TammyDTM 391]

@@Karess Haivala I am five months out from surgery today. We have the same surgeon. I, too, was on blood pressure medication but went off about a month after surgery after my blood pressure dipped extremely low and caused severe dizziness and fatigue. My PCP told me to add more salt to my food and my nutritionist told me to eat fresh fruit. I did both, for a week, and it helped bring my blood pressure up.

I have recently increased my fitness routine by an extra 30 minutes a day and one more day a week and have noticed the fatigue coming back. A couple of days ago I increased my caloric intake by 100 and added a banana post morning workout. That has helped a bit. I was taking in approximately 800 to 900 calories and for the past couple of days have gone up to 1,000 to 1,050. I do drink more than the 64 ounces of Water each day. I usually drink 80 to 90 ounces a day (with an extra 8 ounces during the night).

Have you spoken with the PA or with the nutritionist about it yet?

[Karess Haivala 8]

Thanks for the response! They did suggest I add in some salt too. I had a thyroid test done and I've been on thyroid meds fir about ten years. For the first time since I've been on them, my levels gave gone up. (My dr said most people feel best closer to a 1, my recent test has me at a 3.5). We are increasing my medication in the hopes of bringing me closer to a 1 again. This *could* be the problem! but it will be a little of trial and error with changing dosages to figure it all out.