light headed

[Emily86 2]

I am 4 weeks post op and getting light headed any time I look down even if it's to put something in the oven...anyone else have this problem or have any idea why this would be happening?

[gamergirl 4,609]

My husband and I have been having this. Two suspects for us. Low calories for sure. For him also he is on BP meds and sometimes his BP falls low. We both have to be very careful about getting up suddenly or bending over. We're about 3-4 weeks post op.

[411angela 107]

I'm about 3 weeks out and I've been experiencing this too, especially today. I'm trying to get my fluids in and I think I'll get my blood pressure checked tomorrow. It's a bit scary!

[Heyher 581]

I get it at 6 months out.

My BP is typically around 100/70-90/60 so they think it might be low. Also potassium, B12, and Iron deficiencies could cause that.

Dehydration is always a good culprit as well.

[Emily86 2]

Glad to know that in not alone. I will have to see what the doctor says. If anyone else gets an answer let me know. Ty

[travelamazon 17]

I have it also. I am trying to drink more Water adn it seems a little better.

[Emily86 2]

I know in not getting 64 oz of Water a day but I try for 30-40. My potassium is normal high, but not on the others.

[cindymg 629]

I am 4 weeks post op and getting light headed any time I look down even if it's to put something in the oven...anyone else have this problem or have any idea why this would be happening?

Have your medications been adjusted after your weight loss? Mine have been cut to 1/4 of what they were and I am weaning myself off blood pressure med.

Also are you taking your Vitamins? Have your primary care physician run all of your Vitamin levels -- Iron, B12, Vit D, Potassium and Sodium.

Good luck to you.

[Emily86 2]

I am not on any medications, other than the omeperzale that they gave me after surgery. I will call tomorrow, thank you.

[Amanda626 153]

I'm 6 months out and if I get up quick I get very dizzy. Dr says very common since we eat very little sugar

[Fawn1120 18]

Sometimes it's from lack of salt. My dr said to eat broth or Protein Soup. Also, when u lose weight, your BP meds might need to be decreased.

[SheWins1 207]

I'm 6 months out and if I get up quick I get very dizzy. Dr says very common since we eat very little sugar

So glad to here this! I am 2 May months out and constantly getting dizzy & light headed when I go to stand up. Also, sluggish again & no appetite. Just started Iron pills today. Hopefully that will help.