Question:
I am 2.5 wks post-op and dizzy. Not dehydrated...anyone else have this problem?

   — Connie R. (posted on September 6, 2003)

September 6, 2003
Oh my goodness, that is exactly what I am looking onto the question board for! I am in the same boat as you, Lap RNY 8/19/03 and feeling awful dizzy today. How is your protein intake, mine is still struggling so I am not sure if that is part of it. I hope someone can give you (us) an answer!
   — Michawn

September 6, 2003
You need to report this to your surgeon. There are multiple causes for dizziness. Among them are low blood pressure, low blood sugar, dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. I have a regular problem with this and mine is usually low blood pressure.
   — Cathy S.

September 6, 2003
Hi, like the other post said there could be a multiple of causes.. but I also was very dizzy.. and it turned out that when mt 3 month labs came back I was very low on potassium... so my pcp put me on an extra dose... but also check on your protein shakes to make sure you are getting adequet amounts of potassium... good luck but I would definately call your doc...
   — Karen Wyatt

September 7, 2003
Vertigo can also be a sign of anemia. So may sure they check your iron. Take Care
   — Karen Renee