Dizziness

[shareeann 110]

Hi there I had my surgery 8 days ago and yesterday and today I'm so dizzy when I stand up. This didn't happen at first . Does anyone know reasons for this ?

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[breuxo 78]

i don't know but i posted the same thing today!! i'm just a little over 2 weeks out

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started happening to me probably around the same time as you!

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[Kittymom 40]

I'm having the same issue, I've been fine until yesterday and today. I was thinking that it was not enough Water, or nourishment. If anyone knows please fill us in,

Best wishes

[ikkledawn 7]

Had mine 27/09 just so weak feeling worse than When I was discharged!

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[Er1n 90]

Do you have high blood pressure? Are you on meds? My dr told me to keep an eye on bp bc I wouldn't need the bp meds for long. Ur bp might be to low.

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[ikkledawn 7]

I do have high blood pressure never even thought of that though thanks will talk to dr

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[KristenLe 5,980]

Blood pressure or dehydration - possibly both. Call your surgeon.

[ikkledawn 7]

Thanks I will just feel so grotty

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[shareeann 110]

Was just at my surgeons yesterday , my blood pressure was great. But I forgot to ask him about the dizziness

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[Kittymom 40]

I don't typically have blood pressure issues, so I chalked mine up to dehydration. Mornings was the worst, so I now take a glass of Water to bed, when I get up to tinkle at night I sip a little then go then sip more and back to sleep, it has helped, thanks bunches

[James Marusek 5,244]

Dizziness or light-headedness when standing up occurs as a result of abnormal blood pressure regulation. Normally, when people stand, gravity causes blood to pool in the veins of the legs and trunk. This pooling lowers the blood pressure and the amount of blood the heart pumps to the brain. Low blood flow to the brain causes the dizziness and other symptoms.

Dizziness caused by standing up is known as orthostatic hypotension or postural hypotension. It is usually caused by an underlying problem -- such as dehydration. So make sure you are drinking enough fluids.

Since you had surgery 8 days ago another cause may be the prescription medicines that you are taking. I was on 2 types of high blood pressure medicines prior to surgery. I monitored my blood pressure daily and after a couple weeks I took myself off all my meds because my blood pressure returned to normal without the meds. Otherwise the meds could cause my blood pressure to drive towards very low blood pressure readings. Measure your blood pressure and consult with your doctor.

[hebby5985 10]

I have the same problem, but I'm 5 weeks out. I was told I'm not taking in enough. Water, Protein, Vitamins.

I'm having to make timers to remind me to eat and drink.

Heather

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[JulieNOLA 44]

Possibly not getting enough fluids. Dehydration can cause dizziness. Change positions slowly & it will help your body accommodate better.

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