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4days Post op Feeling like why did I do this to myself



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I had the sleeve done on March 15th. Surgery went smooth I was released the next day I haven't had any issues with Nausea or vomiting, my urine is clear in color, and have been taking in fluids with zero problems, My only concern is always feeling lightheaded is this Normal ??? And I'm constantly feeling hungry I'm in Stage 2 Full liquids when does everything become normal !!!! I'm feeling really low plus the scale is not moving what am I doing wrong ?

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You are only 4 days post op, give yourself a break, yes you might be a little light headed, how is your Fluid intake? I had a long stall after surgery, your body is swollen and heeling, so don't step on the scale for a couple weeks, focus on getting your fluid and Protein. The first few weeks post op are hard but it should get easier


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I'm not far ahead of you (2/22) and felt the same way. It gets better! And then It felt worse, but I'm back to better again. What I mean is that this creates a roller coaster of emotions.

The lightheadedness should pass soon, the scale will start to move (and then it won't so be prepared for that, but it's temporary) and your energy will return. Try to keep a long term perspective because focusing too closely on what you're going through right this minute can bum you out.


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You are only 4 days post op, give yourself a break, yes you might be a little light headed, how is your Fluid intake? I had a long stall after surgery, your body is swollen and heeling, so don't step on the scale for a couple weeks, focus on getting your fluid and Protein. The first few weeks post op are hard but it should get easier




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I had the sleeve done on March 15th. Surgery went smooth I was released the next day I haven't had any issues with Nausea or vomiting, my urine is clear in color, and have been taking in fluids with zero problems, My only concern is always feeling lightheaded is this Normal ??? And I'm constantly feeling hungry I'm in Stage 2 Full liquids when does everything become normal !!!! I'm feeling really low plus the scale is not moving what am I doing wrong ?



Your experience sounds like a rerun version of my experience. I had the light headed stuff for about a week. I felt like I was going to pass out a few times during that week. The second week it just went away. I actually gained weight after release from the hospital I was four-six pounds heavier than my pre surgery weight. Remember you probably did a "clean out" the night before and trauma will cause you to retain. Week two I was losing fast.... I'm week 3 now and have completely stalled, I was 35BMI when I started so I guess it's common it's frustrating tho


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I gained 7 lbs when return home after surgery. It is from all the Fluid they pump in you to keep you hydrated. But I lost the 7lbs plus 4 lbs in 7 days.
Make sure you get 64 fl Oz of liquid in or close to it everyday.
If lightheadedness continues than call your DR.



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I did not read all of the posting left by others but I cant stress enough to get your Protein and Water that your main goal make sure you are getting the recommended amount of protein and water and taking all of your Vitamins. and 4 day post op you but have a headache from coming down off your pain meds in the Hospital and the ones your on at home remember how the pain meds work the pain is there the meds just trick your brain to think that it is not. so once you stop meds your brain will go back to normal or try to and the change can and mos likely will result in a headache.

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My week in hospital was hell and all I could think was why didn't I stay fat! I was dizzy for 4 weeks and I am 5 weeks today. It's not for the faint hearted and it definitely affected my mood. I do miss certain things and my portions are tiny. But I know I had to do this for me and my family

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