Hey guys thanks all for taking the time . So I was curious as to if anybody else has experienced low pulse after gastric bypass?

prior to gastric bypass (sep 2022) I had no issues with my pulse however recently I have had low pulses reading at 40-55 now I don’t have any other symptoms yes maybe a bit more tired but that’s all. However my wife got the gastric done April of this year and she is having the same issues however with her she has actually passed out and felt nauseous and basically like she’s drunk without drinking .. curious if anyone else has experienced the same …

I also have a low pulse and low blood pressure. My doctor doesn't seem the least bit concerned. All I hear is if I get any other symptoms to alert them. I mentioned this in the forums too because I was concerned but it seems to be pretty common.

Thank you so much for that info hope you are doing well

Yep, I tend to have a low pulse rate too. When I had my gall out two years ago, the nurses commented on it & asked if I was an athlete which is hilarious. They were rather surprised when I said I really didn’t exercise at all. Have to admit I haven’t checked it lately.

I believe it’s because fat cells produce the hormone leptin which, besides regulating how much fat we store, also plays a role in moderating the cardiovascular system. So as we lose our fat we don’t produce as much leptin & our heart rate drops.

Thank you so much for that info it really has been informative i appreciate it @Arabesque

If you are often doing anything aerobic such as walking, running, sex, sports, and/or any number of other things, ones' heart learns to pump more blood so it doesn't need to beat as often. When I was binge running, my resting pulse went to 38-40. Generally this won't cause dizziness because the heart is just more efficient and can do the same job with fewer beats.

If you are taking blood pressure or some other meds they may cause dizziness. Especially during the weight loss phase, meds were dosed for a larger body. Losing weight effectively makes some meds stronger. Get your Doc to (re)evaluate your meds and supplements. I had to have BP meds reduced 2 times before they ultimately got rid of them.

I would say it's also a wise choice to see a doctor, even a heart doctor. Whenever I've been normal sized, even as a child, I've had Orthostatic hypotension (dizziness when standing). It was never bad nor really any concern until about 7 years after my WLS while at work, I jumped up very quickly and took a bit of a nap. Since it was in front of the CEO, he insisted I have it seen to immediately. So I got a nice ride in an ambulance and after some poking and prodding, a nice, cozy room. I had several tests, and apparently scored well since I won a brand new pacemaker! I never win anything, so it was pretty cool.

Good luck,

Tek

After my surgery, I was getting in better shape (from both weight loss and increased exercise) and my resting heart rate steadily decreased. By about a year post-op, my resting heart rate was 38 beats per minute and I was experiencing fatigue, weakness, and edema in my legs. My surgeon said this can happen because of rapid weight loss and referred me to a cardiologist, who diagnosed me with sinus bradycardia. The cardiologist said that some people can live with bradycardia without having symptoms, in which case, it's not really a concern, but since I was having symptoms that affected me pretty severely, I had to get a pacemaker.