Struggling with fatigue and lethargy

[AbbeySteel 23]

Hi gang! Sleeved on 11/1. Last week felt pretty darn good, except discomfort at largest incision. This week, I am struggling big time! If I walk up the steps, I am exhausted and weak. I can barely shower, and I'm rushing to get thru it so I can lay down.

I feel fine if I'm sitting or laying down but as soon as I stand, I'm toast! Exhausted.

TBH, I don't think I'm getting enough Protein. I just can't take these shakes anymore! It's week 4 of these things and I'm gagging the down. Plus, I can only get about 4oz down every hour.

Follow up appt with surgeon is tomorrow so I'll be moving into purée foods-yay! Just needed to vent! I am hoping the purée foods will add energy back into my body!

Edited November 15, 2017 by AbbeySteel

[GreenTealael 25,339]

Hi there

I had the same problem when I hit the 1 week mark, I think it was lack of food so I added the yogurt in my diet (I was on fluids only by choice) give other allowed foods a try and let me know how it goes

[Meguone 72]

I had the exact same thing. I was taking a lot of naps the last couple of weeks. Sleeved 10/30. Doing much better now. It's lack of calories for sure. I'm on the Soft and Moist foods now, and still not back to 100% of me, but I'm not taking a nap now during the day, and don't feel like I need to take a rest after I get up and make bed, go to the bathroom, brush teeth, LOL. It does get better. Once you are able to add in food, even 1/4 cup, you'll feel better.

[JerseyJules 862]

I was like this for 3 to 4 weeks till I ate soft foods, then my energy levels stabilized. You have to make sure your getting in your Water and Proteins. Its critical at this stage.

[Smooter 19]

I agree with the others. It’s rough at first, every physical activity made me exhausted! It passes once you are able to get more Protein in, more substantive foods. I didn’t feel energetic enough to exercise until about week 6. Go easy on yourself. It’s a process and you can’t rush it. Good luck!

[Gen17 92]

Once you get further into the eating phases you will feel so much better! Even being able to drink more helps. I felt the exact same, now I have so much energy!

[jcb123 115]

I had the same thing. I was completely exhausted the second week in but third week I was on top of my game. Hang in there.

[AbbeySteel 23]

Thanks guys! I'm already feeling a bit better!! Had my first scrambled egg this morning for bfast and I feel like I have more energy. It might be all mind over matter but I'll take it!

[klarthur 4]

I am almost 6 weeks post-op and had very little energy first 3-4 weeks. Had to take a nap after getting home from work every day and didn't want to get any exercise. Doing much better now. I'm now walking 2 miles every evening instead of napping. I can't eat very much at a time. But being able to eat regular food now is giving me more energy.

[SuzyQutie 63]

Hi gang! Sleeved on 11/1. Last week felt pretty darn good, except discomfort at largest incision. This week, I am struggling big time! If I walk up the steps, I am exhausted and weak. I can barely shower, and I'm rushing to get thru it so I can lay down.
I feel fine if I'm sitting or laying down but as soon as I stand, I'm toast! Exhausted.
TBH, I don't think I'm getting enough Protein. I just can't take these shakes anymore! It's week 4 of these things and I'm gagging the down. Plus, I can only get about 4oz down every hour.
Follow up appt with surgeon is tomorrow so I'll be moving into purée foods-yay! Just needed to vent! I am hoping the purée foods will add energy back into my body!

I struggle with Protein Drinks too. I bought the Premier Protein clear Protein Drink. Taste like juice. 1 carb, 20 grams of protein. Keeps me going.

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[Patrick powers 41]

Hi there
I had the same problem when I hit the 1 week mark, I think it was lack of food so I added the yogurt in my diet (I was on fluids only by choice) give other allowed foods a try and let me know how it goes

How did you get to add yogurt? They say I can't have anything but liquids?

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[SoCalNana 3]

Your fatigue is very normal. You had major surgery! Be kind to yourself and you’ll start feeling stronger. You can have yogurt. Greek yogurt (watch the sugar content) is your best friend right now because of its Protein. Good luck!

[Patrick powers 41]

I can have yogurt in my second stage?? It's not on my approved list from my surgeon.

[AbbeySteel 23]

13 hours ago, Patrick powers said:

I can have yogurt in my second stage?? It's not on my approved list from my surgeon.

I can have Greek yogurt in my purée stage!

[GreenTealael 25,339]

23 hours ago, Patrick powers said:

How did you get to add yogurt? They say I can't have anything but liquids?

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I am beginning to notice that plans vary greatly however in my plan during stage 1 full liquids I a MN allowed to have SF Jello SF pudding low fat yogurt and thinned cream of wheat in addition to the liquids.

What does everyone else's stage one look like?