Got the sleeve on July 20 - totally exhausted-help

[pnt38 4]

Got sleeved on July 20 ... In in week two and on clear liquid diet .... I can't get my full amount of Protein down ?

And I'm literally exhausted and lethargic all the time.... Does this get better ? Just no energy help !

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[justhere4theshow 462]

It will get better! Surgery is hard on your body, and it's been some time since you had solid food. Keep working on the Protein and make sure you get as much Water as you possibly can. You'll feel better as time passes and your body adjusts. Keep posting and let us know how you're doing.

[Bufflehead 6,358]

It's normal to be completely exhausted for several weeks after major surgery. Give yourself a break. Keep working on getting your Fluid and Protein in -- that's critical for your recovery and will help in restoring your energy levels. Go for short walks several times a day and nap when you need to.

[Kathy812 794]

Yep, as the others said it is unfortunately, pretty common. I had more energy the first week. By week two, it was pretty bad. But going into the third week-it was much better.

Hang in there, just follow doctor orders

[Hiraeth 515]

Got sleeved on July 20 ... In in week two and on clear liquid diet .... I can't get my full amount of Protein down ?

And I'm literally exhausted and lethargic all the time.... Does this get better ? Just no energy help !

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It extremely normal to feel tired after any surgery; especially this one! Your body is used to eating a ton of carbs, plus it's working hard to heal you, so it's stealing energy. You will get better. I heard of people who were exhausted after the surgery, and then weeks later, they got a burst of energy!

[Gracious_woman 3]

It is normal to feel exhausted continue getting in as much Protein and Water as you can. I know the first couple of weeks getting 30 grams of Protein down seemed impossible. It gets better as time progresses. I got a burst of energy on week 3 and then lost it after doing several projects and cleaning my house. Week 5 is better I am having energy enough to make it to the gym and do a few things. Remember it takes time for your body to heal and adjust.

[pnt38 4]

Thank you all !!! I hope that on week 3 .. I can get a burst or two

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