Question:
HELP!!!!
Im 4 days out of RNY surgery but im always getting low blood pressure and always dizzy !!! im very very scared.. and also my right thigh is numb since oday morning! i need support please.. i dont know what to do im starting to think that i will get a reverse surgery!!!!!!! heeeelp! — halahmad (posted on September 14, 2008)
September 13, 2008
Firstly, you need to relax. I would have written you privatley but your
profile is private. Perhaps youd get more replies and support if u make it
public. I have read quite a few of your posts. You are so early out- this
recovery TAKES TIME!!!!!!!! No Dr is going to reverse your bypass at thsi
time so you need to hang in there and do what you must now. If bp is low,
try to add some salt to your food and see your dr about it!! There is but
so much help u can get through online chat. Good luck to you.
— SameButDifferent
September 14, 2008
Ok, you need a hug so here it is. {{{{{{HUG}}}}}} Now, IT GETS BETTER
FROM HERE. Be patient with yourself. Are you getting enough fluids? That
could trigger low blood pressure. Have you talked with your doctor? If
not, do so. They should have told you this, but our surgery is not
reversible. Try to get more rest, MORE FLUIDS and don't worry, it gets
better from here. Post and let us know how you're doing.
— Shirley D.
September 14, 2008
Hi,
I know saying RELAX is not a fix..but you need to follow your Dr's advice.
Did they tell you how low was ok? Have you called your Dr.? Mine also
went low, I am now 2 1/2 months out. Doing fine. We just had surg. our
bodies have to regroup..heal. When in doubt call your DR. they are the
pros. they know what is normal for YOU. Wish you well.
— tootsie52
September 14, 2008
Relax , first of all
try to get some therapy, counseling we all have issues which made us obese,
this fixes the stomach not the mind
CALL YOUR SURGEON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Good luck
— anachoi
September 14, 2008
Hi. Deeeeeep breaths, OK? Your body has just experienced the trauma of
major surgery. Any surgery will affect the body and yours is being
manifested through low bp and a numb thigh. As others have said, call your
doctor and talk this through with him. The advice regarding raising your bp
is good advice, too. You will likely experience many, many changes
following this surgery with regard to bp, blood sugar levels, increase in
gas, loud stomach sounds, less soreness or pain in your joints, change in
bowel habits, and so on. Things will get better and I think you will worry
less as time goes on. It is a different "ride" for everyone. For
me, it has been worth every part. Best, dana
— jujuprof
September 14, 2008
I know you are scared. I am almost 5 weeks out and this morning I am sick
to my stomach and I know I am not getting enough water. It is hard to drink
all the water you need, but I am using an egg timer and setting it for
every 15 minutes to let me know to drink. My BP dropped and I got dizzy and
had to go back to the hospital for 4 days for IV's. You need to try to find
a way to get all your water into your system. Call your Doctor. You are
probably dehydrated and he will help you. He told me to call anytime---that
it is very important to drink!!!
Many Blessings!!
diana
— nonnie0406
September 14, 2008
Low blood pressure can sometimes be caused by dehydration. You may want to
try drinking more fluids. Dizziness can also be caused by this too. As
far as the tingling? I had that too! It is probably due to the needle
being inserted near a nerve in your arm and resting against it for a while.
I had tingling and numbness in one finger for about a MONTH after surgery.
Eventually, it just went away. It got to the point where I ignored it,
and I didn't even REALIZE that it was GONE until one day, I just noticed
it! The best advice I could give you is to be PATIENT, and DRINK PLENTY OF
WATER. This should get better. If the dizziness doesn't resolve itself
with water, see a physician. The numbness in your hand should resolve in
time. If not, again, see a physician. I just wanted to let you know that
you are not alone in this. I have suffered these symptoms myself and STILL
do from time to time. I need to be careful MYSELF to make sure that I get
enough to drink on a daily basis because I can only drink small amounts at
a time. I need to carry water WITH me at all times and SIP at it ALL DAY
in order to get enough to keep from getting dizzy. This may be something
that YOU want to consider if you do not already do so. I hope this helps,
Hugh.
— hubarlow
September 14, 2008
I am praying the PEACE OF GOD AND HIS HEALING UPON YOU THE PRAYERS OF THE
RIGHTIOUS AVAILETH MUCH> i WILL BE PRAYIG FOR YOU AND ASKING god FOR
PEACE .PLEASE CALL UPON THE LORD JESUS AND ASK HIM FOR A HEALING FOR YOUR
FEARS AND WATCH WHAT JESUS WILL DO FOR YOU PLS LET ME KNOW HOW YOU ARE
DOING I AM LOOKING FOR A GREAT REPORT!!!GOD BLESS SANDY
— Sandra Dotson
September 14, 2008
Relax. You just had MAJOR SURGERY. They say its an easy surgery but it is
still classified as a MAJOR surgery. I have to tell you take each day at a
time. don'r rush it.
— obx100
September 14, 2008
my name is sandy and i will be praying GODS peace for you, hers my email
address should you like to send me messages i am taking all the ones who
send messages to others who will also pray i will be scheduled soon to
have lap band [email protected]
— Sandra Dotson
September 14, 2008
hello my right thigh is still numd had my rny 3-11-08 it has been 6 months
hang in there it gets better every day try to drink what every you can get
down if you need to chat i will be here
kathy
i have lost 110lbs so far
— oldpepsilady
September 14, 2008
Congratulations on taking the biggest step to the begin of your new life
style. You will be amazed before this is over. The surgery you had is only
given to those who struggle and have struggled to get healthy. Be proud of
yourself, the hardest part is over. It takes about 3 months for the
dizziness to leave and I still get light headed almost a yr out and 90lbs
gone. Please dont be discouraged by the little things. You are so blessed
to have come this far. In the next 100lb lose you will be amazed at the way
our weight has paralyzed out life and things we never did we can now do. I
never knew how limited I was b/c 90lbs over weight just felt like I was fat
and not unhealthy. Today I feel wonderful. You will begin to grow so much
on the inside and appreciate what life really is. It has given me a totally
different perspective. If you need any help or want to chat please feel
free to contact me by email or on the phone. This transition isn't problem
free mentally, emotionally of physically however, it is what you make of it
and you can get through any complication or barriers you come across. God
didnt bring you this far without a reason. Have a blessed week.
— Jenna21fl
September 16, 2008
Quick way to stop the dizziness is take a Soup Bouillon Cube and dissolve
it in about a cup of hot water. Just slurp it up on a spoon, as you would
regular soup. The dizziness will subside. I'm 7 years post-op, so I know
what i'm saying.
— Kelly T.
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