Does surgery on shoulder and lower back cause fatigue?
Patient: I was in an ATV accident about 3.5 weeks ago, I had surgery on my elbow, road rash ony shoulder and lower back, a hematoma on my left buttock and a dislocated clavicle, is it normal for me to be fatigued most of the time, I m experiencing several periods during the day when all I can do is lay in bed because I am so tired. Doctor: Hi,   In my opinion, it is not normal to be fatigued most of the time following this kind of injury. I suggest you join an aggressive rehabilitation programme to take care of your fatigue.  Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Take care  Regards, Dr Gopal Goel, Orthopaedic Surgeon