3 days post-op and so tired

Well aside from the painful gas issues I'm having I am also extremely tired. I've been sleeping most of the day! I get up every now and then to walk around the house but then am extremely tired and go back to bed. When will my energy come back?

I had surgery on Wednesday and actually went to the grocery store today (but was awfully tired after).  Have you tried GasX to help with the gas pains?  Made a world of difference for me.  Wish I had more advice, but I'm still new at it too!  Good luck!

I asked a similar question about the same time (3 days out). Day 4 was tw worst for me but it got better everyday by the end of 1 week I only needed 1 nap a day. At 2 weeks all pain was gone. I'm 2 and 1/2 now and most days I do fine with just a good 20-40 minute rest during the day.

I saw improvement every day but I felt over-tired for about the first 4-6 weeks. Now, at 9 weeks, I have more energy than before!

My first two weeks post op; I took naps most afternoons and didn't do much.  I took 3 full weeks away from work and returned this past Monday.

I'm still not 100% energy level; but when I think back to how I felt pre-surgery, I can honestly say I hadn't realized just how sick I was.  I feel so much better, even with the fatigue.  I have a friend who is exactly 32 days ahead of me.  She said that, for her, the energy level just increased daily. 

Sleep when you feel the need; rest as much as you can.  Your body needs it and you'll be glad if you do later. 

Take care!  Welcome to the Loser's Bench

You just had major surgery. Your body will feel tired. I found that a heating pad helps with the gas pains. Make sure you do your frequent sipping to keep from getting dehydrated. I also drank powerade zero as it has electrolytes. It helped me from feeling too tired. When I first got home it was sip, sip, sipping on water, powerade zero and I had also pedilyte popsicles. Also walked daily to help. Your energy will return. Give your body a little time there. Major surgery of any kind will make your body feel tired as it just went through the trauma of surgery. 

 

Carol

I was told between 4-6 weeks. I feel great! I am still a little more tired than normal but its so much better!! It will pass my friend!

My 4th and 5th days were the most wearing. Otherwise, I had my full energy from that point on. Hopefully in the next few days you'll feel like your old self! I now have FAR more energy, not carrying around 60 extra lbs sure helps it be easier to get through the day!

 

Week 5.  I was exhausted until 5 weeks.

I took 2 weeks off work - should have taken 3.

It gets better and better.  Hang in there.

How long did your soreness last? Heck, I can deal with being tired... it's being tired AND sore that's kicking my butt!