one month post op

Cinderellen
on 4/26/07 11:18 am - Winterville, NC

For my friends from VA who are interested.... Hi all. I went for my one month post op appointment on Tuesday. I am down 36 pounds since surgery. Dr Chapman said he was pleased with my progress and that I was right where he wanted me to be. I have been having some minor problems though. I apparently have what he termed the "blahs". He said that some of his patients, around one month, lose all their energy. I can relate, I feel like my limbs are made of lead. Also, I've been having some fainting spells. I was very dehydrated, so they doubled my water intake. At this early stage of the game, I'm having difficulty getting 2 liters of water down, but it is getting better. I'm not so lightheaded and dizzy all the time. Which is good, I'm tired of looking drunk when I stand up. The downside of all of this is that exercise is difficult. Between the weakness and the dizziness, it's hard to get any serious movement going. I am a better match for my aged dog though, I don't wear him out as easy. Anyway, all in all, it's not bad. This surgery is working and I've been assured that the energy will return in a month or so. I cannot wait, I have so much I want to do. In other news, I just got my grades for this half-semester. My courses run 8 weeks, so I take 2 classes on the front half of the semester and two classes on the back half. Anyway, the classes I was taking while I had the surgery were History and a computer course. I got an A in computers and a B in History. That maintains my 3.5 gpa and keeps me on the Deans list. I was excited so I thought I'd share. Hope all is well with each of you. Take care. ~Ellen

Ernurse323
on 4/26/07 8:18 pm - Virginia Beach, VA

RNY on 03/07/06

Ellen... ALL this is such great news !! I am very happy and excited for you. Congrats on the good school work. It was the best feeling to graduate college with honors. it is something that nobody, no matter what, can ever take away from you. Yes, the energy will return and everyday gets much better. Your body is healing and trying to adjust. Keep us posted on all your good news and progress !!!

Dana

Robin C.
on 4/26/07 10:48 pm - Norfolk, VA

RNY on 03/21/07

HI Ellen, Sounds like you and your doc have everything under control. I am soooo happy for you about your weightloss and your success a school. That's terrific! I hope getting the water down gets easier for you! Keep up the good work in all aspects of your life! Take Care, Robin

Ms Court
on 4/26/07 10:58 pm - Remington, VA

RNY on 11/30/05

Yeah Ellen!!! Sounds like you are doing great. The energy will come back. Just remember to rest up and take it easy. Uping the water is definitely a good idea, I can definitely tell when I haven't had enough water and it definitely effects the energy. Keep up the good work.

courtney