|
|
Post by teachermomolp on Apr 3, 2014 7:18:13 GMT -5
Yet another blip in my journey: I wake up with my world spinning and remain dizzy and lightheaded for most of the day! This happened yesterday and it scared me. I called the doc's office and they told me to drink more (I get more than 64oz/day). I took my blood pressure- 121/66 and 128/60. I am getting all of my vitamins in. I ate about 35 grams of protein the day before.
Unfortunately, I woke up dizzy as a loon again today. Any ideas what it may be and what I can do about it? I was not expecting this! I'm afraid of falling.
Thanks!
|
|
bctarver4
Full Member
Posts: 123
Surgery Type: DS
Surgery Date: 01-08-2014
Surgeon: Dr. Rabkins
|
Post by bctarver4 on Apr 3, 2014 7:50:13 GMT -5
This happened to me about two weeks after surgery and i was dehydrated. at the time i was getting 64 ounces of water in but still ended up getting to bags of fluids and some potassium at the ER. The ER doc said that sometimes it happens after major surgery even if you are drinking your fluids. They also told me to drink some G2 gatorade and not just water all day. Good luck i hope it gets better for you
|
|
|
|
Post by meq815 on Apr 3, 2014 8:13:23 GMT -5
Your bp looks fine, how bout any other meds you may be taking? You may need some tweaking as you lose weight.
|
|
|
|
Post by newyorkbitch on Apr 3, 2014 8:35:56 GMT -5
Try drinking unsweetened coconut water. Lots of electrolytes and potassium.
|
|
|
|
Post by teachermomolp on Apr 3, 2014 11:00:42 GMT -5
I'm already drinking G2. I'll try the Coconut Water. They took me off my BP meds right after surgery so that can't be it. Thanks for weighing in... I don't know if I can drink more! There's not enough room! I'll try, though!
Thanks, all!
|
|
|
|
Post by jpcello on Apr 3, 2014 11:14:31 GMT -5
Unfortunately if you're already dehydrated you can't consume enough water to make up. You may need a trip to the ER for IV fluids.
|
|
|
|
Post by newyorkbitch on Apr 3, 2014 11:15:18 GMT -5
I suspect you are dehydrated. Increase your fluids - you HAVE to. Or else you are going to be looking at a trip to the ER, IV fluids, hospital admission, etc.
If your hydration increases and you're still this dizzy…you need to be seen.
You need to literally be drinking constantly. I mean constantly. Do not put the glass down.
ETA: just saw jpcello's post. Yes -if in fact you are already beyond a certain point of dehydration, only IV fluids will help.
If you're still dizzy after increased fluids, in 24 hours…..go to the ER.
|
|
|
|
Post by Girlrocker on Apr 3, 2014 14:36:24 GMT -5
I suspect you are dehydrated. Increase your fluids - you HAVE to. Or else you are going to be looking at a trip to the ER, IV fluids, hospital admission, etc. If your hydration increases and you're still this dizzy…you need to be seen. You need to literally be drinking constantly. I mean constantly. Do not put the glass down. ETA: just saw jpcello's post. Yes -if in fact you are already beyond a certain point of dehydration, only IV fluids will help. If you're still dizzy after increased fluids, in 24 hours…..go to the ER. Yes,if you're already dehydrated you'll need a trip to the ER for an IV of fluids. Don't panic, this can happen, but this is why we say sip, sip sip. What NYB said, have to be in constant sipping motion from when you get up until you go to bed. It WILL get better, easier, and you'll be doing nice big swallows and gulps, but for now, sip sip sip. And please go get checked out if you're really dizzy, I think dehydration too! |
|
|
|
Post by deedee484 on Apr 3, 2014 14:49:17 GMT -5
I experienced this too teachermom! I didn't realize mine was from dehydration! If I even get slightly dehydrated it comes back!!
|
|
|
|
Post by teachermomolp on Apr 3, 2014 16:07:19 GMT -5
Wow- at least I am not alone. Thanks everyone and thanks Diane for letting me know this happened to you, too! Unfortunately I spent the day in the ER with my daughter instead of myself. She broke her foot. Now I am really behind for water today...and vitamins. DAMMIT! I have to learn to be prepared. I feel like doo-doo!
|
|
|
|
Post by Taterweight on Apr 3, 2014 17:07:14 GMT -5
Oh my! So sorry to hear about your daughter! Praying everything is on the mend now for you both. That's no fun before summer - or anytime - to deal with!
|
|
|
|
Post by deedee484 on Apr 4, 2014 10:50:01 GMT -5
Aww sorry about your daughter! Hope it heals quickly!! Trust me I too forget to take my vits with me! Still learning to deal with all this DS stuff! ha ha Just take it one day at a time dear! It's a lot to understand! At least for me it is!Hope you are feeling better today!  |
|
|
|
Post by jpcello on Apr 4, 2014 13:22:36 GMT -5
Sorry about your daughter.
Suggest you buy a case (or 6 pack at least) of bottled water and keep it in your car. You should NEVER be without a bottle of water in your hand. You can't afford to go without drinking for hours at a time.
|
|
|
|
Post by goodkel on Apr 4, 2014 19:26:59 GMT -5
Wow- at least I am not alone. Thanks everyone and thanks Diane for letting me know this happened to you, too! Unfortunately I spent the day in the ER with my daughter instead of myself. She broke her foot. Now I am really behind for water today...and vitamins. DAMMIT! I have to learn to be prepared. I feel like doo-doo! Your poor daughter. Ouch.  You can buy bottled water from machines or the cafe in the hospital. Nurses will also bring you a cup. On the road, every convenience store carries bottled water. There really is no excuse for not always having water in your hand. Missing a partial day's worth of vitamins is no big deal. You can pick up where you left off. Becoming too dehydrated can land you in the hospital for days, unable to care for your daughter. |
|
|
|
Post by teachermomolp on Apr 5, 2014 21:06:45 GMT -5
I feel a lot better. I guess I have to drink constantly and I guess I need more than 64oz. to feel good. Now I know. I stocked the car and I have been taking a water bottle EVERYWHERE. Thanks for the suggestions!
|
|
