Post op depression

[Joy@boman 151]

Well it has kicked in. The pain and trauma are there, starvation is there, dehydration. But weightloss is not there yet so i am feeling really guilty nine days out that I cannot do as much. I had hernia repair and slow healing. Then tore something inside. Feeling really useless, sore, tired. And yes grouchy. I havnt lost anymore weight since surgery so feel like this is a huge mistake. I know my hormones are crazy. Any body else in a funk.

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[PorkChopExpress 820]

Stop weighing, you're gonna drive yourself nuts. Don't weigh for another two weeks.

When your body needs to heal, it requires Water and Protein. If you're dehydrated, or you aren't getting enough Protein, you aren't going to heal as fast or as well...so focus on those two things and if necessary, just drink Protein shakes all day long.

Some depression after surgery is normal, your brain just lost a major coping mechanism, in all likelihood. You're going to be sluggish and tired as your body recovers. And yes, hormones get a little crazy, too...but a TON of the problem is going to be in your mind, and that's something you'll be continually addressing for the weeks and months to come.

If you had the sleeve, you should not be feeling anything remotely like "starvation." You may have an acid buildup in your stomach that makes it feel kind of like hunger pangs, but that's not hunger. The hunger comes from your mind. Keep putting Protein Shakes in yourself all day long every day and you won't feel much of an issue...but the acid buildup is a problem for some people, but my surgeon said it resolves itself over time and mine has gradually gotten better over the last six weeks. I still feel a little acid bite in my stomach from time to time when it's empty, but it's not hunger. My stomach doesn't growl. But if you have food on the brain, it's easy to mistake it for hunger.

But my biggest piece of advice other than drinking protein shakes all day long is, STAY OFF THE scale. Give yourself at least two more weeks before you step on it again. You are retaining all kinds of Water right now because you aren't putting enough in, and you retain water anyway post-op as part of the healing process.

[Butterflywarrior 241]

I gained three Pounds..

Found out at the drs and nearly hit the roof!! But was told it'd all the Fluid retention from IV fluids load impatient and liquid diet plus my period and to not worry about it. Still. I felt devastated like I did something wrong. I did know that this is a common experience though...from other post here...

I am getting my fluids in via Protein drinks, Water, popsicles , skim milk, and now v8.

Twisting a muscle is a definite painful setback but it's temporary and you still need to walk some to heal that as well as have lots of Protein.< /p>

If you are in purees now. You have more options!!

Depression is evil but I bet you have some positive successes that you are looking over..

For me. I'm on only one of the four diabetes meds I was on. Taking two shots a day instead of five plus pills. Sure I'm on meds for other crap but this is huge especially bc my surgeon said he didn't think my diabetes would go into remission or close because of how long I've had it and how severe it is.

Being dehydrated will make you miserable without tge sleeve but with it, you will end up in the hospital if you don't take action . It's in your hands. You can drink electrolyte Water like smart water or diet Gatorade if you don't have sugar free issues like I do. You can suck on ice chips too and do popsicles and Decaf tea. liquid Soups, broths and work hard on getting in the higher end of protein bc that promoted healing the sleeve surgery as well as your muscle injury. And walk a little each day to help healing physical and emotionally.

I know you know all of this stuff but sometimes we need a reminder . It will get better...that's been the overarching message I've heard from people who have experienced all kinds of complications!!

[Joy@boman 151]

I have lost 7lbs on the week long preop diet but no more since then. I am holding firm at same weight.

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[AuntyFabulous 18]

I'm on day 10. My mood is very raw. I am tired and cranky. Poor hubby and kids can't seem to be able to stay out of my way. I feel so bad. I'm getting in all the Protein but struggle with Water. Have lost 9 pounds. Although I'm not hungry, I can't wait to be able to eat different foods.

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[rolosmom7 740]

I'm 7 weeks out. I've been at a stall since week 5. 265. Today I am 266.6 - I was ok with the stall but gaining felt really sh*tty. I am also very snappy with my husband who has been nothing but a saint.

Hang in there. It's normal.

[KristenLe 5,979]

I'm on day 10. My mood is very raw. I am tired and cranky. Poor hubby and kids can't seem to be able to stay out of my way. I feel so bad. I'm getting in all the Protein but struggle with Water. Have lost 9 pounds. Although I'm not hungry, I can't wait to be able to eat different foods.

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Hormones have you all out of sorts. Drink more fluids and just apologize to your family.

[eliminnowp 113]

I didnt lose in the first two weeks after surgery and had gained about a pound one week out. It was really frustrating and hard not to be dissappointed, but eventually things picked up and weight started dropping off.

I've had plateaus since then (in one right now) and I just have to stay patient and positive, follow the plan, and trust that the scale will move again. I know it's easier said than done, but you can do it!

Hope you are feeling better soon.

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[Joy@boman 151]

Thanks guys scale has moved a pound or two but my jeans i couldnt fit into now fit!

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