Walking up stairs losing my breathe

[sarahbethemails 68]

I could climb stirs fine before surgery and once in a blue moon be out of breathe but one week out one flight I'm out of breathe heart racing anyone else

[Trayjay33 138]

I could climb stirs fine before surgery and once in a blue moon be out of breathe but one week out one flight I'm out of breathe heart racing anyone else

Since this is a change in condition you should notify your surgeons office just to be cautious. Feel better soon.

[Djmohr 6,965]

If you are 1 week out you are likely very weak but I would check it out anyway.

As your fluids and Protein goals are achieved this will definately improve. It took a few weeks for me but I was on Clear liquids week 1 and was not allowed to start Protein until week 2. Even when I could drink protein it took about a month before I even could get half my daily requirement in.

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

Your lungs take a big hit during surgery. You are literally paralyzed during the surgery so it takes a lot for your lungs to reinflate fully after surgery (hence the spirometer). Definitely check with your surgeon, but you are still recovering.

Make sure you are getting in all your Protein and Water. It will help.

[ANewMe83 21]

I live up 3 flights of stairs, and after surgery I had the same problem. The best advice I can give is take it easy. Take your time going up the stairs. I remember being out of breath and dizzy, and would pass out on my couch as soon I come in through the door. So, take it easy.

[sarahbethemails 68]

Thanks everyone