7 months post transplant

[Oliviaamyprice]

Hi guys! Haven’t posted since my transplant 7 months ago.

I’m doing well but can’t shake the fatigue still. It’s improved since my op but I’m struggling to increase my working hours

Thanks

Olivia

blog: Oliviasliver.co.uk

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I was constantly knackered for just over a year following surgery. My sleep routine was extremely erratic during that time which didn't help. However once I was given the thumbs up to start going to the gym, I had a huge improvement in my sleep and overall fitness. Nearly 2 years on, I still get tired more easily than I normally would for my age but overall I feel much better than the first year.

You'll get there, it just takes time 😊

[Pizamkazdw]

Hi Olivia, glad to hear that you are recovering well and that you will celebrate your first liversary soon I am currently 6 months post tx and also feel the fatigue and by other comments I'd deduce it's quite normal. We've been through a very serious surgery and some tough times but it will all pass. Take care and if you'd like to meet up and are in London area, just let me know.

[Isabelle2]

Hi

I’m 14.5 mths post and I have pretty good stamina but afterwards I’m really knackered and need my bed. It’s better but I think it’s just something we have to get used to. I have one day a week when I do nothing and often have the odd hour nap in the day/ when I get home .

Goes with the territory I’m afraid

[Kristian]

Yeah, it can take quite a while. It probably took me about 12 months or so. I'm now 18 months post transplant and can walk for miles, but, if I try to run i'm stuffed after about 50yds. Just keep plugging away. When I went back to work I went back on a phased return over about 3 months but retained the opportunity to work at home when needed.

[Oliviaamyprice]

Thanks very much for the replies. I think so many think I’m absolutely fine now. Especially my parents. I’m trying to do the couch to 5 k but repeating weeks as I’m quite sore and drained after. I’ve over done it today so I realise I need to just take a few days off.

I guess 7 months isn’t that long considering the op I’ve had.

Thank you 🙏🏼

[AyrshireK in reply to Oliviaamyprice]

7 months is early days Olivia, not just due to the operation but think back to how poorly you were for how long before - transplant isn't going to over turn all that over night or indeed in just a few months. You'll get there but just take your time.

All the very best, Katie

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Keep at it . I have not had a liver transplant but reading some of the posts from dear members on the forum I do understand it is not where the struggle ends. Tho people may think your automatically " fixed " right away.It simply isnt true. Keep up the fight Olivia!

If you dont mind me asking how did your spleen size fair after surgery?