Hey, I usually like to brush things under the carpet and wait (hopefully) for problems to fix themselves or go away.. But this is becoming a real issue for me.

I've found when I get up from being sat down for a period of time, I go dizzy and almost feel like I'm going to pass out.. It only lasts for ten seconds max and then goes away but I get a weird black out sensation. I've learnt that If I get up slowly, it doesn't occur AS strong but it still happens.. And if I forgot, it hits me hard.

Also, whenever I eat Protein, after finishing.. I feel tired, lethargic and have general lack of energy which almost always results in me having to lay down for ten to twenty minutes and I feel better again.. When I was on liquids and wasn't focusing on my protein intake with shakes etc, I didn't have the dizzy spells or fatigue, but for the past 4 weeks it's been like this every day.

I'm having about 600-800 calories per day, focusing on 60g of protein and drinking 1 litre of Water per day.

I contacted my clinic and I'm waiting on a call back from a nurse, but wondered if anybody else has experienced this, if it's common or any tips they can provide for me to make this a little easier.

I was sleeved on the 26th of May

Thank you <3

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I am so glad you were able to get checked out. You should feel better eating more and more frequently.

Keep us posted on how you are doing.

I'm in the UK too and don't do the Protein drinks, gatorade etc. I'm 5 months post op. I still eat 6 small meals a day and have done from the start. I used to freeze my portions in ice cube trays and have 2 per meal. Try things like philadelphia light portions for Snacks and petit filous yoghurts. With your postural hypotension you need a little more salt in your diet. Try to increase your fluids with cup a Soups with a little salt in. Don't be afraid of eating from all food groups. My dietician tells me not to count calories, protein, carbs etc but to eat from all food groups. I'm 5 stone down and had no problems. Good luck !

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