Too sleepy

[Lema 236]

Anyone one else feeling too sleepy a couple of months after surgery?? I used to have insomnia and everyone keeps telling me normal people are sleepy as much as I am these days but I don't feel in sync with myself. I make sure to drink plenty of Water and am finally getting in the habit of remembering to do that too. I eat well too but sown times when I get up, it feels like I am about to black out. I have about 3 weeks left before I go to get my regular checkups and I don't want to contact the doctor for something unless it's serious.. Anyone else feeling this way??

I can and I will.

[Bufflehead 6,358]

If you are having dizziness, weakness, or feeling like you are about to pass out when you stand up after sitting for a while (or when you sit up after lying for a while) you may be having orthostatic hypotension. It's not uncommon after weight loss surgery. Are you taking blood pressure meds (if so they may need to be adjusted)? Are you monitoring your blood pressure at home?

Try pumping your legs like you are riding a bicycle for 30 seconds or so before standing up -- that may help.

[Lema 236]

Come to think of it, I have been feeling nauseated too. I remember because that is when I check with myself what I ate and when I drank Water.. When that happens, I check my blood pressure which seems to be normal.. And no, I am not on any meds other than my Vitamins.

I will give your suggestion a try.

I can and I will.

[KristenLe 5,979]

@@Lema I suggest calling your Dr. They may want to run some labwork. Hope you feel better!