First thing, I had a much better post OP doctor visit on Monday. Everything looks much better and I am on the way to having a beautiful, well you know! I also feel much better emotionally. When I was with Dr Satterwhite I told him about how depressed I had become after surgery. I felt almost guilty that I had not just been elated all of the time. I was surprised when he said that maybe 90 percent of post OP women feel some depression after surgery. He asked me if we ever talked about this and I honestly don't remember a thread about it.
I need to divulge that I am Bi polar and that could have a lot to do with my struggles. My diabetes also flared up and this didn't help. Finally, I am a nut runner and the lack of activity certainly didn't help. But I will say that I went to a very dark place during this process. It was or is the hardest thing I have ever been through, and I have been through quite a lot considering alcohol and substance abuse.
I would like to hear any ladies discuss what if any depression they encountered after any surgeries during transition. I hope that women who are facing surgery will be prepared and be able to recognize this if and when they feel down. I can't stress enough how dark it was for a little bit! I also want to say I have no regrets and that I am getting stronger every day. I look forward to a beautiful life as the person I was meant to be!!!!
Suzanne