Low energy after sleeve surgery

[Qwalla 132]

Hi i had my sleeve surgery 2 weeks ago today. I am getting in all my fluids, Protein Shakes Water and sodium and Vitamins. Is it normal to not have much energy? I start mushy food in a week and does that make a difference? Thanks for your input. I am also getting headaches pretty regularly. Any ideas?

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[Bufflehead 6,358]

Yes, it is perfectly normal to be exhausted for several weeks after major surgery. Be gentle with yourself.

[justhere4theshow 462]

I was exhausted for several weeks. I had headaches also but never figured out why (may have been dehydration). I have stopped having them now. I don't know that advancing your diet will necessarily make the fatigue any better, but it does seem to get better with time. Just be careful not to overdo it.

[cdsjjotn 516]

My low energy was due to low B12.

That was the 3 month mark when I had my lab work done. At 2 weeks you are still recovering from surgery, rest helps and yes you will start to feel more energetic the more you heal

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[cindyw41 761]

Make sure you take Iron too.

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[justhere4theshow 462]

Oh gosh, I forget my Iron all the time...I'm glad you mentioned it!

[Qwalla 132]

Thanks. My doc doesnt want me on Iron. I was on it till surgery. He has me holding it for now. Go back to him in 3 weeks.