Swelling and Fatigue

[carmenlw3 9]

Hello all! I had my surgery on 10/14/16. Should I still be swollen? I look in the mirror and look bigger than I did before surgery. Also how long does the extreme fatigue last? Any help would be greatly appreciated!

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[amberb1979 31]

Mine was on 10/12/16 and wondering the same thing.

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[carmenlw3 9]

I wish someone would provide some information on this.

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[melunruh 91]

My surgery was 9/26. I'm finally over the extreme fatigue. The swelling should go down within the next week.

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[carmenlw3 9]

Thanks!!

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[ShelterDog64 2,364]

It's very individual. Some people have fatigue, Water retention and swelling for weeks, some don't. There really isn't a 'normal'.

I had no fatigue at all post-op, was up walking 15 and 20 laps around the ward where I was admitted, started walking a mile a day on day 4. There was a male patient who was the surgical case before mine who could barely get out of bed and when I see him at support group, he's coming along much slower than I am. But it's all within the realm of normal.

If its so bad that you're truly concerned, you should contact your surgeon/team and let them know.

[Mimi52 103]

My surgery was 9/27 and also just got over the fatigue. I am still a little swollen.

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[Keeshaleeann 1]

My surgery was Oct 4th and just yesterday, I was able to bend over and shave my legs without it hurting. Also, just yesterday I walked my first mile and I was exhausted after.

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[kymberle61 13]

My surgery date was October 12th and I'm still a little swollen. You have to remember you just had major surgery and each person's reaction is different. Your body is adjusting to the changes. Give yourself a break. Rest is a good thing and your body needs to heal. Embrace it!! One day I can't sleep and the next I have to take a nap!! Crazy how that works.

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[lalame 56]

My surgery was 09/06/16. I was swollen for about 3 weeks. I couldn't bend without it hurting until week 4. I'm still tired. I take all of my Vitamins. Haven't lifted weights yet but walking a lot. I worried so much and still do. Everything will be okay. Follow what your surgeon has told you. This website is a blessing!

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