Have any of you had or have dizziness after going from sitting to standing? I've had episodes of this since getting below 200 pds, but Sunday I actually fainted which I had never done before. I was just curious if this maybe a side effect from WLS.
Thanks,Gina
1. orthostatic hypotension - and this means that when you stand up, your blood pressure drops and you feel dizzy and might faint. sound familiar? there are a lot of causes, but some of the ones to consider are dehydration, and being on too much blood pressure medication [so if your BP has dropped since your surgery and you're still taking medication - RUN to your doc]
2. watch your protein intake - make sure that you're getting enough to keep you on your feet.
this is NOT generally a side effect of the WLS itself, but since you've lost so much weight in such a short time, your body may be adjusting - in a healthy way.
so, make an appt with your doc - probably your primary care doc rather than your surgeon. and go get checked. and then LET US KNOW WHAT HAPPENS!!!
honey - please go see the doc. even if it's NOTHING, the fact that you're fainting is NOT GOOD. what happens if you break something more serious than a toe? or even - heaven forbid - you hit your head on something?
Hi Jiffy,
I have an appt for friday. So far so good no more fainting since sunday , but I will update after appt I promise. You're so sweet,I'm sure it's nothing.
Gina
There are lots of thing that it could be. If you think it is a blood pressure drop, then get up a whole lot slower until you see the doctor. My son was a real skinny tall boy and he would get up to fast and stagger around like a drunk and end up bashing his head good a couple of times. Make sure you are getting the protein and the WATER, RETAW, water, water in.
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