Feeling Down Post-Op?

[miss_smiles 192]

Hey guys, I'm only 2 weeks post op - had surgery on 3/28 like a lot of you. This past weekend was the 1st weekend I was out and about - walking, doing laundry, food shopping - since surgery. And even so, I have been feeling really sad/depressed/frustrated. Yes, I have been taking my Vitamins (i know that can effect mood). I'm the person who everyone else comes to for help/support, and when people ask me how I'm doing i say fine, even if its not true. I used to have multiple crutches when I was feeling down - whether it be food, alcohol, cigarettes, and other things to cope, and I stopped all of that for this. I am by no means complaining because I know this was the right decision, I just am wondering if anyone felt this way post op, is it normal & will it go away? I'm down some weight, look and feel better, but still cant get out of this mental downward spiral. I plan on going to a post-op support group in my area, but any other words of encouragement would be great.

Edited April 11, 2016 by miss_smiles

[GSleeve822 394]

I have been feeling the same. I also was pmsing, so a little of it has left. without cigarettes and food, it is hard. in actuality, I don't have big stressor right now, or anything to feel bad about. so I'm not even sure what I was coping from, but I know now what I was using to cope. I am considering seeing a therapist. maybe it's something you should think about too?

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[MrsKarenC2008 622]

The way you're feeling is normal ... what I've read on here and gone through myself ... basically mirrors yourself. There are hormones going crazy inside your body because of the surgery and being released from the stored fat ... So you'll feel a little out of whack for a few weeks ... but I PROMISE ... it does get better ... and it's 1000% worth it!!!

You said a lot of positive things in your post ... so I'm pretty confident you're on the right path ... both mentally and physically ...

You got this!!

Be Blessed

[cdsjjotn 516]

Perfectly normal.. I'm 4 months post op and just like you and many others , had a what the hell did I do time during the first month even 2. Just like you I took care of everyone else and quit food , alcohol and cigarettes all at the same time..yikes!! It will get better!!! Believe me , it's the best thing that I could've done!! After you are off the soft foods and start working out, you are going to feel fantastic! I'm heading towards 60 pounds lost and shopping for new clothes! You did this for you so put yourself first, I know it's hard but it's what I had to do. I had to stay away from the smokers and drinkers for this to work for me, and I've been having a hard time with some friends, some others are supportive thou and those are the ones that you will want to be around. You are not alone