pnt38 4 Posted August 1, 2016 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 ! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justhere4theshow 462 Posted August 1, 2016 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. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bufflehead 6,358 Posted August 1, 2016 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. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kathy812 794 Posted August 1, 2016 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hiraeth 515 Posted August 1, 2016 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 ! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App 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! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gracious_woman 3 Posted August 1, 2016 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. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pnt38 4 Posted August 2, 2016 Thank you all !!! I hope that on week 3 .. I can get a burst or two Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
