kellyw74 258 Posted September 5, 2011 Ever since surgery, May 9th, I experience lightheadness when I standup. I have been told this is normal and not to worry. I usually just stand still until the feeling passes and then carry on with what I am doing. I feel it the most when I get up in the morning and when I get up too fast. My dr. has a name for it, but I don't remember. Well, today, just about 20 minutes ago, I got up off the couch from a sitting position to go get my Calcet chew off the bar. I felt that way when I got half way there and kinda shut my eyes and woke up on the floor to my husband asking me what was going on!?!?!?! I passed out I guess and hit my head really hard and now I have a headache!! I have never passed out before from this and it was scary!! Should I be worried??? Thanks! Kelly Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raine 170 Posted September 5, 2011 Yes! Call your doc first thing Kelly. Are you on any BP meds? If so that may be the cause, low blood pressure. Please be careful and keep us updated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MeMeMEEE 206 Posted September 5, 2011 Yes, if you are on any meds that are for blood pressure or if they lower you blood pressure that could be a big cause!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kellyw74 258 Posted September 5, 2011 I was taken off my blood pressure meds a week after surgery, so about 4 months ago. I vagely remember being told in my orientation with Kaiser that this could happen, so I don't know if I should be worried or not. They talk about the dizziness a lot and how you feel lightheaded upon standing, but that was just too weird for me and I don't want it to happen in public!! I would be mortified!!!! Kelly Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raine 170 Posted September 5, 2011 I think it happens to everyone in the begininning because of the limited food and calories but I have not read where someone passes out due to dizziness this far out. I could be wrong, but err on the side of caution, call your doc as soon as you can, especially since you passed out. Hope you feel better, Kelly. (((Hugs))) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kellyw74 258 Posted September 5, 2011 Yeah, I am going to email my dr. and surgeon. They are off today because of the holiday, but hopefully, they will get back with me tomorrow. I also am anemic and don't know if this has anything to do with it or not, but I will keep you posted on what they say! Kelly I think it happens to everyone in the begininning because of the limited food and calories but I have not read where someone passes out due to dizziness this far out. I could be wrong, but err on the side of caution, call your doc as soon as you can, especially since you passed out. Hope you feel better, Kelly. (((Hugs))) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nowatgoal 77 Posted September 5, 2011 With the limited calories and salt intake, my blood pressure has dropped drastically and now I am very dizzy when I stand (everything goes black and I have to wait a minute till my sight clears). I usually get up very slowly and hold on to something and wait for it to pass. I have been trying to add salt to my diet here and there. There have been a few times that I have felt my knees starting to give out. I'll be curious to hear what your doctor tells you about it. Maybe you could pass the information along. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kellyw74 258 Posted September 6, 2011 That is exactly how I feel and it is exactly like I can't see. Everything is dark, but usually just for a second and then I am fine. This time was different tho and I went down!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I will definatly let you all know what my dr. says. I just sent him an email and he is really good about answering within a day. So, I will update here when I get a response. Kelly With the limited calories and salt intake, my blood pressure has dropped drastically and now I am very dizzy when I stand (everything goes black and I have to wait a minute till my sight clears). I usually get up very slowly and hold on to something and wait for it to pass. I have been trying to add salt to my diet here and there. There have been a few times that I have felt my knees starting to give out. I'll be curious to hear what your doctor tells you about it. Maybe you could pass the information along. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phillygirl 1 Posted September 6, 2011 Yes, call your doctor to make sure everything is fine.... leave a message on their answering service if that will make you feel better. I was getting dizzy when I stood up and it still happens, sometimes. My doctor told me that I needed to add some salt to my diet. It has helped a lot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dawn 16 Posted September 6, 2011 I have actually been expereinceing this myself lately and I'm 9 months post-op. I just had labs pulled the other day so we'll see if it's anything there but my doc sure didn't seem to worried about it but it concerns me. I haven't actually passed out though and with that I would make sure you talk to the doc again! Good Luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meggspeggs 0 Posted September 6, 2011 Anemia can definitely cause this... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kellyw74 258 Posted September 6, 2011 So, I just heard from my dr. about this and this is what he said: Usually this light headedness/faintness improves over time as your body adjusts to your new weights. I suggest making certain you change position and posture slowly, especially early in the day. I would also break up your exercise routine into shorter times for now and concentrate on staying hydrated. I don't think your blood count is necessarily causing or contributing to this. So, I guess I will just get up slower, exercise shorter and drink more!! YAY! Kelly Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nowatgoal 77 Posted September 6, 2011 Thank you for posting this, Kelly! My exercise routine doesn't involve much at this point (I'm exhausted by the time I walk out the door to the street) but this is all good to remember. I hope you are feeling better soon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lsereno 2,525 Posted September 6, 2011 Kelly, Tiffykins has the same problem. The fancy name is Orthostatic hypotension. It's pretty common after WLS, but I think it's always best to check with your Dr. anyway. Glad you got the all clear from your Dr. ! Lynda Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kellyw74 258 Posted September 6, 2011 Thanks Lynda! That is what I was told it was called back in my visit a few months ago, but I couldn't remember the name of it. I feel better knowing that I am o.k. and that hopefully it will go away soon! That is scary stuff!! Kelly Kelly, Tiffykins has the same problem. The fancy name is Orthostatic hypotension. It's pretty common after WLS, but I think it's always best to check with your Dr. anyway. Glad you got the all clear from your Dr. ! Lynda Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
