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I’m 6 days post op and am struggling with having any energy at all. I know it’s early but I’m a fairly active person and this is freaking me out. I feel sickly and tired and dizzy all the time. I’m getting all of my Protein and hitting my beverage intake. Any advice?

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Time. Give it time. You just had major surgery, you haven't eaten any solid food in days (if not weeks) and your caloric intake is drastically reduced. You just need to rest, heal, and give it time.

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I spent the majority of my first month feeling dizzy & getting lightheaded. It'll go away with time! Remember food is fuel & after a week of surgery, we're only getting drops on fuel in our engine.

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Agree with Sleeve_me_alone, you just had major surgery on your stomach, this is the tiime to recuberate.

However, dizziness may indicate dehydration. I know you state you are hitting your "beverage" intake, but maybe switch up to some Gatorade Zero or something similiar to gain electrolytes. Sip some salted broth. And touch base with your Nutritionalist (if you have one) and/or Bariatric team for advice.

Hope you feel better soon!

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I agree with Sleeve_me_alone, it does take time. I felt the same way my first two weeks from surgery. Don't worry that energy will be back.

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Yes, rest and Take it easy like everyone else has said you have had major surgery along with a drastic calorie intake reduction

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Your body is healing and getting used to all the changes after your surgery. Listen to your body. Rest. Take it slowly until you feel stronger. It does pass.

PS - add an electrolyte drink to your daily routine with a little boost. Ask your dietician or surgeon for a recommendation.

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I'm 3 days post op and I have major swelling in my face and neck and my voice is extremely nasal. Just curious has anyone had this problem? Not anything I anticipated.
Have you contacted your doctor? I do not recall seeing anyone with swelling on the face and neck. My voice was hoarse the first few hours because of the breathing tube but no swelling

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12 hours ago, Dianne Bradshaw said:

I'm 3 days post op and I have major swelling in my face and neck and my voice is extremely nasal. Just curious has anyone had this problem? Not anything I anticipated.

Go to the ER if you haven't already, you maybe having an allergic reaction to something. Major swelling in face and especially your neck is something that needs urgent medical attention.

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I have to thank you so much, apparently you were godsend and life saver. Because of you I went to the ER. When they did my gastric bypass, they found a Heidel hernia. When they corrected this item, it caused a pneumothorax and air trapped around my heart, all extremely life threatening. Also the swelling in my face, neck and chest is due to trapped air that they call rice crispies 🤣. Apparently this is extremely rare, but I want to make people aware this can happen. I'm currently in ICU with a chest tube, waiting to figure out what they are going to do with my heart.

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2 hours ago, bradshawdx said:

I have to thank you so much, apparently you were godsend and life saver. Because of you I went to the ER. When they did my gastric bypass, they found a Heidel hernia. When they corrected this item, it caused a pneumothorax and air trapped around my heart, all extremely life threatening. Also the swelling in my face, neck and chest is due to trapped air that they call rice crispies 🤣. Apparently this is extremely rare, but I want to make people aware this can happen. I'm currently in ICU with a chest tube, waiting to figure out what they are going to do with my heart.

WOW I'm so glad you went to the ER! That sounds horrifying. Really hope they're able to find a easy solution for you. This is not how you should be celebrating your new journey 😭 wishing for best for you!!

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4 hours ago, bradshawdx said:

I have to thank you so much, apparently you were godsend and life saver. Because of you I went to the ER. When they did my gastric bypass, they found a Heidel hernia. When they corrected this item, it caused a pneumothorax and air trapped around my heart, all extremely life threatening. Also the swelling in my face, neck and chest is due to trapped air that they call rice crispies 🤣. Apparently this is extremely rare, but I want to make people aware this can happen. I'm currently in ICU with a chest tube, waiting to figure out what they are going to do with my heart.

I am so glad you got treatment in time. Wishing you a speedy and full recovery ❤

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it also can be your vagus nerve healing… i am over 3.5 weeks and still have occasional dizzy spells especially standing up. just take it slow and let your body adjust

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It gets better. I'd let your surgeon know how you feel, but it's probably normal. 6 days is so soon.. I think I was still in bed most of the day at that point. Best wishes.

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