Skip to content
View in the app

A better way to browse. Learn more.
BariatricPal

A full-screen app on your home screen with push notifications, badges and more.

To install this app on iOS and iPadOS
  1. Tap the Share icon in Safari
  2. Scroll the menu and tap Add to Home Screen.
  3. Tap Add in the top-right corner.
To install this app on Android
  1. Tap the 3-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner of the browser.
  2. Tap Add to Home screen or Install app.
  3. Confirm by tapping Install.

  • Appearance

Join BariatricPal free

  • Ask your own questions
  • Reply and follow topics
  • Message other members
  • No cost, no spam
Create free account

Light headedness

I am 4 days post op. Is it normal to fell a little light headed.I had surgery on Friday the 31st. I've been home since Sunday. I've been sipping..water, my protein, sugar free jello. Im just wondering if this is normal??

  • Quote
    • 0
    • Replies 6
    • Views 551
    • Created
    • Last Reply

    Top Posters In This Topic

    Popular Days

    Most Popular Posts

    • Sassy Pants1
      Sassy Pants1

      Yes, I believe so. I still get light-headed at nearly 4 months out. I think it has to do with water consumption....? Or not enough calories? Not completely sure, but I have seen lots of posts about

    • BigGirlPanties
      BigGirlPanties

      Yes, it's normal, so be careful... your calories are minimal, you just had SURGERY, and you need to watch your water intake... always talk to your doctor about your concerns as well... Congrats and

    Featured Replies

    Yes, I believe so. I still get light-headed at nearly 4 months out. I think it has to do with water consumption....? Or not enough calories? Not completely sure, but I have seen lots of posts about this. Keep on sipping!

  • Quote
    • 1
    • Author

    Yes, I believe so. I still get light-headed at nearly 4 months out. I think it has to do with water consumption....? Or not enough calories? Not completely sure, but I have seen lots of posts about this. Keep on sipping!

    Thank you so much! I go to the dr on Thursday, so I will bring it up to him as well!

  • Quote
    • 0

    Yes, it's normal, so be careful...

    your calories are minimal, you just had SURGERY, and you need to watch your water intake... always talk to your doctor about your concerns as well...

    Congrats and welcome!

  • Quote
    • 1
    • Author

    Yes, it's normal, so be careful...

    your calories are minimal, you just had SURGERY, and you need to watch your Water intake... always talk to your doctor about your concerns as well...

    Congrats and welcome!

    Ok. Thank you!!! I feel a little better knowing that im not the only one that has experienced this.

  • Quote
    • 0

    get them to check your blood pressure too although that may have to do with dehydration

  • Quote
    • 0
    • Author

    get them to check your blood pressure too although that may have to do with dehydration

    I just checked it and it was 124/73

  • Quote
    • 0

    Join the conversation

    You can post as a guest; create a free account to track replies, follow topics, and be part of the largest weight loss surgery community.

    Join the conversation

    You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

    Guest
    Reply to this topic...
    Go to topic listing

    Account

    Navigation

    Search

    Search

    Configure browser push notifications
    Chrome (Android)
    1. Tap the lock icon next to the address bar.
    2. Tap Permissions → Notifications.
    3. Adjust your preference.
    Chrome (Desktop)
    1. Click the padlock icon in the address bar.
    2. Select Site settings.
    3. Find Notifications and adjust your preference.