Question:
Dizziness, Lightheadedness, and Weakness for a Long-term Post-Op

I will be two years post-op next month. I am down 172 lbs from 355. All my labs have been normal. I take my multivitamin with iron daily. For the past three weeks, I have experience dizziness, lightheadedness, and weakness in the afternoon hours. I searched the database for answers, and mostly found "me too" responses from early post-ops. My diet is normal, and I'm not pregnant. Any clues as to what could be causing this? Thanks.    — [Deactivated Member] (posted on March 14, 2002)

March 14, 2002
The dizziness may not be related to your weight or WLS at all. There are a number of things that can cause dizziness. If I were you, I'd make an appointment with my PCP to have it diagnosed.
   — garw

March 14, 2002
Gar is right, there are a number of things that can cause this, but the first thing that comes to mind is dehydration. I don't know how much water you're drinking, but it sure wouldn't hurt to try to get in at least 64 oz. a day, or even more. Feel better, and let us know what you find out.
   — Leslie F.

March 14, 2002
I am one year post-op and have this same problem. Come to find out that my BP is too low now! Basically, my doctor said it's not dangerously low, but I really should avoid standing up too fast or in getting out of the tub, etc. Could this be your problem?
   — Terissa R.

March 14, 2002
Denise, Speaking from experience, I'd say you are likely suffering from dehydration. I was experiencing the same things at 13 mos post op. I mentioned it to my dr and he suggested I try getting in more water. Lo and behold it worked.
   — Eva C.