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Fatigue and pain

SRosaM
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Hi I am 10 weeks post op and trying to get back to a normal life. I,m a carer  who works 10 hr night shifts. I did my first two together at the weekend and I,m  extremely exhausted and in alot of pain now. Have I rushed it too quickly ? It,s really getting me down the extremely fatigue is horrendous.  Please has anyone any tips?

  • Hi. I went back to work after similar time as you to a busy community pharmacy. I know now that it was too soon.

    The advice would be to take painkillers when they are due, not miss a dose, so for example paracetamol 4 hourly and for fatigue you need to rest when you have a chance. I don't know if going back of sick is something you could think about, I know not all of us are just able to go without wages.

    It will take some time but you will get better and stronger. Take care x

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