Question:
I am 3 months out and feel dizzy at times. Is it normal?

I am 3 months out and have only lost 18 pounds. I had my 3rd fill and feel that I have found my sweet spot. But the problem is that I hardly eat anything and feel dizzy. What can I do?    — shaziakhan01 (posted on September 4, 2007)

September 4, 2007
Shazia only 18 pounds in 3 months?!! Thats not alot but it is a start. I would ask my surgeon why so little weight in 3 months. You might try increasing your protein and water intake. Eat 6 small meals a day even if its only 2 bites a meal get food in you. And for Gods sake take vitamins. I wish you only the best!! Mickey......
   — MCraig3

September 4, 2007
Shazia, increase your water on the daily basis. That will stop the dizziness. I'm 6 months out and from time to time when that happens to me my surgeon has told me to increase water and that usually resolves the issue.
   — the7thdean

September 4, 2007
Are you dizzy all the time or just when you stand up? I have had the problem two different times. The first time I was dizzy sitting or standing and ended up being dehydrated. The second time I was getting dizzy only when I stood and it got so bad I would actually black out and once I even passed out and ended up in the ER with a concussion. That time, after testing, they said I had a salt deficancy. My body couldn't regulate my salt to keep up with the weight loss. I was put on salt pills and was told to increase my salt. I am doing much better but I have learned if it's really hot and I am sweating more I have to increase my salt pill. Good Luck!
   — Lost4Ever

September 5, 2007
WATER!!! Drink more of it throughout the day. i still get light headed or dizzy if i dont drink enough water. im 10 months out from rny bypass.
   — JOHNNNYRAY

September 5, 2007
FOR GOODNESS SAKE - TELL YOUR DOCTOR YOUR SYMPTOMS. TAKE YOUR VITAMINS AND DRINK LOTS OF WATER OR EVEN DILUTED CHRSTAL LIGHT. SOMETIMES EXERCISING HELPS TO GET THINGS MOVING. I KNOW ITS FRUSTRATING! IF YOU HATE TO EXERCISE LIKE I DO, TRY GETTING SOME DISCO CDS AND DANCE. THE TIME FLIES AND ITS FUN AND EXERCISE. I HOWEVER, NEED TO DO IT ALONE WHEN NO ONE CAN SEE ME! BEST OF LUCK
   — beckiemclarty

September 5, 2007
Your probably feeling dizzy because of your fluid intake. Keep track of your total fluid intake and make sure you are getting at least 64oz. Also make sure your urine is not dark. If it is that is a sign of dehydration, which I found out the hard way. If the water intake doesnt help I would check with your doctor.
   — tlcrowe

September 6, 2007
I am 3 months out and lost 40lbs....but i drink water, water, water......talk to the nutritionist at your dr.'s office!! good luck!
   — rhammgag