3.5 weeks post op - are these things normal?

[Jaguarftype 3]

Hi again

I am now 3.5 weeks post op. I have lost 11 kgs but that has plateaud in the last few days. I have some questions:

- did/does anyone else at this stage still find mild pain after eating, or after each 2-3 spoons of something thick? I am not yet on solids

- how healed is the wound by now? It still feels a bit uncomfortable when eating/drinking at times.

- it is normal to not yet feel '100%'? I still feel weak at times

- my memory seems a little hazy on some things! Anyone had that before?! I am wondering if it still the anaesthetic

Thanks

Simon

[James Marusek 5,244]

Hi Simon

What type of surgery did you have? From you IP address it looks like you are from Western Australia around Perth. There are several different types of surgery for weight loss and the reactions may vary by type.

Generally, I would say that memory being hazy is not due to anesthetics at 3 1/2 weeks post-op. If you have been taking prescription pain medicine, that might be the cause. Also if you were diabetic prior to surgery and are still taking your meds, the meds may need to be adjusted. Some of the conditions of low blood sugar are unexplained fatigue and trouble thinking clearly or concentrating. http://www.healthline.com/health/hypoglycemia?m=0#overview1

It took many months before the surgery wounds healed up. For me it was about 6 months.

[Jaguarftype 3]

I had a gastric sleeve 3.5 weeks ago. It went really well. Just wondering what my recovery expectations should be really. I was not diabetic.

[James Marusek 5,244]

I had RNY gastric bypass surgery. I lost weight quickly. Those who have sleeve surgery generally lose weight at a slower pace and encounter many stalls along the way. [Someone on the board even created a slogan for it called "Embrace the Stall"]. My weight loss came to an end around 7 months and I transitioned into a maintenance phase. Sleeve patients can achieve the same degree of weight loss but it is over a longer time period. Many are still losing weight after 2 years.

It took me around 6 months before all the problems that I encountered after surgery seemed to melt away and I entered a Happy State. So do not expect the problems to disappear overnight. It will take time.

[axlr8n 161]

I think everything you said is pretty normal. Your body has gone through a lot is adjusting to a lot less food and that can make you light headed, tired, and just off your game a bit in general. You're still healing and adjusting mentally to the feelings of your new stomach and likely will be for 4-6 months or more. Every time you add thicker food to your diet you'll probably feel new things - sometimes it won't be pleasant at first and you'll have to try again later.

[Berry78 4,261]

I am three weeks out, and am generally doing super. Haven't started thick foods yet though. I feel clear headed and normal, but will say the wrong word several times a day. (Like "parking lot" instead of "book"). This never happened before surgery. Not sure what it means, but figure it will get better.