Lightheadedness

[SusyW 1]

I am about 10 weeks post-op. I am really having problems with lightheadedness. This occurs more in the afternoon and evening than in the morning. If I am lying down or even sitting then stand up I start to feel dizzy and have to stop and brace myself on something, sometimes putting my head down, in order to not feel like I'm going to pass out. It passes quickly but worries me a lot because I don't want to take a fall and hurt myself. I do not know if this is due to dehydration, lack of Protein, blood pressure, blood sugar drop, or what. Has anybody else experienced this? Any ideas what might be causing it?

[SandyS 77]

Strange? I am three months post op and I have been feeling the same way on and off for two weeks now. Usually happens in the afternoon but not everyday. Yesterday I was walking into my sons bedroom and fell against the wall. I thought it was strange because I haven't felt that way since surgery. I am hypoglycemic so I am wondering if I am having issues. ????

Edited February 22, 2015 by SandyS

[Crosby 303]

From what I have read Reactive hypoglycemia is something to be aware of.

Google it...can't post link here.

[SugarFreeMe 293]

If you have High blood pressure this is a sign that your blood pressure is low. You should consult with your physician to have it checked. It could be that your meds are too strong or that you don't need them at all. It could also be low blood sugar, again something you should see your physician about.

[berkeleycurves 22]

i feel the same! my BP is actually pretty low most of the time -- around 85/60. everytime i feel crummy and fainty i know it's my BP so i drink Water or try and eat something and I usually feel better

[SusyW 1]

After reading others' answers and thinking about the fact that I was suffering from the lightheadedness in the afternoons and evenings and I took my BP med in the morning, I decided to try going off of it altogether. I immediately stopped the lightheadedness. I saw the doctor and we are monitoring my BP to see if I need a lower dosage or perhaps none at all. Thanks for the replies.

[Joebravo 16]

Doc just took me off the Meds...My Blood Pressure was way to low and they were surpized I

did not faint...The Water saved me.....Because I drink so much water I was able to prevent

the fainting......If you have the surgery....You got to have you PCP review your meds....

[NewLife4Me7 110]

I'm lightheaded and feel like fainting too when I stand up.

What helps is when laying down I first sit for a bit then stand.

[diamondtammi 3]

I've experienced the same thing, weird.

[Gwenlucy 6]

Me too

[diamondtammi 3]

Could be because our food is so limited

[sosha30102 23]

Same here... Especially bending or standing up.. Have BP but only 9 days out of surgery.. To soon to cut meds I would think