Extreme dizziness?

I woke up very dizzy. I feel like I'm walking sideways. I don't think its dehydration- but I'm pushing water and protein. Of course it is Sunday and no access to my surgeon. I'm thinking of going to a walk-in clinic but not sure they can help. I just had my 6 month blood work done last week. The surgeon might have results by tomorrow - I assume I can wait but thought I'd ask here. I have a very large hernia from surgery that been giving me a lot of problems. I don't know if its related to the dizziness- anyone know if that's a symptom of a problem with the hernia? Its been painful. I worry its leaking or something. I have a appt with the hernia surgeon Thursday. I've also lost A LOT of hair. What are the main causes of extreme dizziness? Robin 247/165/130

It could be low or high blood pressure, dehydration, blood loss, (both of those would affect your blood pressure), a sinus infection or blockage at your inner ear, a reaction to medication, or maybe something I don't know about, like I don't know anything about what a hernia could do to you. I didn't know that they could bleed. I support you on the idea of going to the walk-in and getting checked out. If it is some kind of internal bleeding or other blood pressure problem, you may require immediate attention. Good luck, Jen

Do you take any thing for blood pressure? Is dizziness your only symptom? How long has your hair loss been going on? Mines coming up on 3 months and has finally slowed down. Of course I've also just about cut it all off too, so I'm not tugging on it when I bru**** According to an article I read, the hair loss once it starts will go on for 100 days. I know my Whitney's hernia was huge, but they told her not to worry about it unless it started giving her intense pain. I hope you're already feeling better. Happy thoughts, Va 5' 3.5" 232/150/??? -82 pounds

Hi Robin, Definitely tell your doc. I noticed that even though I was getting in my water that when I added more water the dizziness subsided. I was having terrible dizziness, still do once in awhile. I am also loosing alot of hair. My doctor just told me to make sure that I get in zinc. So I am going to go to GNC and pic up some zinc to take for the hair loss. Also be sure you are getting in you daily vitamins! Best wishes to you!