Gastric Bypass Surgery Support Group

Gastric bypass (GBP) is any of a group of similar operative procedures used to treat morbid obesity, a condition which arises from severe accumulation of excess weight in the form of fatty tissue, and the health problems ("co-morbidities") which result. If you are considering gastric bypass or have had it, join the community where we share our experiences and find support.

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Thepbourn 06/30/2013

For those of you who have read my recent post, you know that I have been through alot in the last month or so with loosing people close to me - in doing so I'm afraid I'm in a bad place with the weight loss, I don't feel as though I have lost much and i'm feeling slugglish, light headed and a bit on the dizzy side - in short no energy what so ever. I thought i would bounce back after being home for 2 1/2 days but i am truly feeling some kind of way right now. I don't know whether i'm low on protein (possibility) or what it is but it doesn't feel good. I keep telling my husband and everyone I am alright but in retrospect I feel like crap. I think i need to go back to basics and regroup for a minute? Any suggestions to up my energy levels. I'm stuck in a bad place. I truly wasn't going to say anything but when you can't lift your head off the pillow without feeling woozed out its a problem

deleted_user 06/30/2013

I'm still new at this, being 6 weeks out, but I would suggest going back to basics, keeping an eye on your protein counts, B-12, etc etc. If nothing resolves, call your surgeon or PCP..may want to have vitamin levels drawn. Other than that..probably stress related and rest will do your body good *hugs*

deleted_user 06/30/2013

I think just the fact of everything you have been through lately has you totally stressed. You have probably surpressed your feelings and now that you are home your body is relaxing and you are starting to feel the effects of the past month.

I still think you have a little more grief to work through before you can get back to you, but you need to keep in mind that you are very important and you can't slack on your nutrition! Please follow your plan and get back to basics.

Good luck! And I know you will do fine with all our support

Thepbourn 06/30/2013

Thanks Banshee and i think you are right i feel like i am going to bust out crying every other minute and i never thought about it like that, I am still very woozed out and praying this passes soon, it is not a good feeling. My uncle that past was the last of my dads brothers and the one who looked most like him (dad died when I was 17 and we were not in each others lives) over the years I formed a wonderful bond with my uncle so when he died it hurt me more than I was prepared for. Not only is he gone but he took the last glimpse I had of my father with him. I know in time the pain will get better, but not so much right now. The wound is still too fresh, but God................

Thepbourn 06/30/2013

Thanks as well FoxyMelody

goldenrivers 06/30/2013

I would start with Banshee's thoughts, but also add, consider your Iron level and vit D. I was deficient on those pre op, and I was so fatigued it was all I could do to work 8 hrs and I napped in between. Have you had your vitamin levels checked since surgery?
Take a deep breath, get some sunshine, and focus on yourselft for a day or two and see what happens.

Thepbourn 06/30/2013

I had my vitamins levels checked i am presently taking the multivitiman, vitamins b-1, b-12, vitamin D, i am low on iron as well but she didn't tell me to take iron - but i just took one and will continue to see if it makes a difference.

deleted_user 06/30/2013

Tammy,

My vitamin levels fell within "normal" range but they weren't right for me. I have upped my B12 (Sweden 54 would be proud of me :) and it has helped with my energy levels

Hope you feel better soon.

Diana

Pam2011 07/01/2013

I would call your WLS program. Your nut. should be able to help you. You might want to also speak to your WLS pysch too. Are you getting 80 grams or more of protein? Drinking 80 oz of more of water? That really does help a lot as does as little as 30 minutes of exercise a day too.
Good luck!

Boo1962 07/02/2013

Hi,

You've been thru so much!! I would deft take the advice of seeing your Dr, just to ck up on your levels. I have a feeling they will steer you in the right direction.!!

Keep your head up...this too shall pass..but memories of your loved ones will be in your heart forever! God bless, good luck, and know we are here for you!!

Hugs,

Betsy

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