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8 weeks post TKR issues

Joint Replacements | Last Active: Jun 20, 2023 | Replies (39)

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I had total knee replacement 10 weeks ago, & although I'm told my knee is doing "well", I have been almost unable to function normally since about a week after surgery due to extreme lightheadedness, fatigue & interrmittent nausea. My appetite has improved, but I've lost 13 lbs. & although I force myself to do PT, I feel like simply lying in bed. Prior to surgery I was very active, biked 15 miles & worked out at the gym several times a week. My blood work and xrays, etc., are normal, except for some hyponatremia and electrolyte abnormalities about a week after surgery which resolved. I had spinal anesthesia, (no general), & am otherwise healthy, but have never felt this ill & incapacitated. My internist has tested most everything, & cannot explain why I feel this way, & why I cannot resume my normal lifestyle. I've become very depressed & concerned. My hypertension is also poorly controlled now, & my internist has changed my medications to avoid further hyponatremia.

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I am 9 weeks post op and am also struggling with fatigue. I keep being told it takes a long time to recover some longer than others. I also find myself laying down the majority of my day with small breaks for excercises in between. I hope you start to feel better soon. It sounds like you have good doctors that have been very thorough. I find bouts of depression too because all we want is to have our lives back and enjoy the activities we used to. Hopefully soon you will get there. Wishing you well 😊