One Week Out And Feeling Dizzy

[Krista 40]

Like the title says, I am one week post op (hard to believe it's been a week already!) and I'm feeling dizzy a few times a day. Just wondering if this is normal? I'm still on the clear liquid diet and am trying to get as much Water in as I can, as well as some unsweetened fruit juice, a popsicle, some tea in the morning and some broth in the afternoon and evening. Should I be worried?

[Lissa 2,631]

Are you on any meds? I understand that BP meds can make new sleevers dizzy because the amount needed changes so quickly once you're sleeved. Also, how many calories are you getting in a day right now? If it's very low, you could be dizzy because of that. Were you pre-diabetic or did you have Type 2 diabetes? If so, you may need a lower dose (or no dose) of your diabetes meds.

I'd give my nut or doctor a call so they can advise you more fully since there are a lot of reasons you could be dizzy. The three above are the most common ones I see people posting here.

[Krista 40]

Thanks for your ideas! The only meds I was on pre-op was an anti depressant (Cymbalta) and a vit B12. I don't think I'm getting as many calories in as I should, I do feel better after I've had some broth or a popsicle. My family doctor only sees patients three days a week (Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesdays) so it looks like I'll have to tough it out until next week. I do get to start full liquids on Tuesday, hopefully that will help

[kansasgirl 96]

krista are you getting in Protein? I made sure and got my protein in.. and i felt better.. also make sure you are taking your Multivitamin. I have the Unjury chicken Soup broth that i used quite often along with the chocolate splendor and unflavored. I've been putting a scoop of the unflavored in with my Water and crystal light... that's the easiest way to get in the protein.. you might be feeling dizzy from that. You can also email trish and she can ask Dr. Ponce. Hope you feel better soon.

[Krista 40]

Thanks Holly! I do have some Protein powders and have been adding them to my broth. It never occured to me to add it to my crystal light. I'll send Trish an email right now and see what she thinks