we all know about the 3 week stall, what about the 4 week crash and burn

[chunkyloverlovesyou 197]

4 weeks out and now i am having week one problems. Extreme nausea, dizziness, intolerance to exercise. I have orthostatic hypotension fainting spells several times a day.. dont know whats wrong with me. I was feeling great a week ago, getting lots of exercise, all gone now. Anyone else experience this?

[Joz31 90]

I have not had the sleeve yet however I have been an emergency room nurse for several years. I can tell you your symptoms are consistent with dehydration and not enough Fluid intake. I don't know anything as far as how it relates to the surgery side of things and if this is a normal phenomena, but I would definitely measure and evaluate how much fluid you've been taking in. Also, if you are on any blood pressure medications they may need to look at adjusting your dosage down since you are losing a significant amount of weight. I would also let your surgeon know you are having several fainting spells (and your other symptoms) as this is not normal.

Edited March 17, 2015 by Joz31

[chunkyloverlovesyou 197]

I figured I may have been slightly dehydrated, so forcing as much Water as possible, not sure how long it's going to take to catch up to me. Thankyou for your feedback@@Joz31

[LSF 264]

I agree. It sounds like dehydration but as well as drinking, keep nuts handy as well in case it's low blood sugar. I'm sure you will start feeling much better

[CanyonBaby 1,852]

Go for the 64 ounces of fluids, as best you can. If you're having trouble getting plain Water down, try the Water Enhancer drops with it. Saw my nurse yesterday about the hydration issue, and that is what she suggested. And it DOES go down easier! As one of the previous folks mentioned, if you take other medications, they may have changed how they affect you now that you are well into the recovery mode. Probably best to see your Dr. as soon as you can. Best to you...

[chunkyloverlovesyou 197]

I don't take any meds, my body just decided it was gonna be a total piece of crap