5 months post-op w/ hypotension

dlp5510
on 4/4/11 4:25 pm - Houston, TX
Hi all!  It's been awhile since I've been here.  The past few days I have had abnormally low blood pressure issues.  Lethargy, headache and light-headed.  I have kept a record of this, increased my fluid intake with G2 and also increased my salt intake.  Tonight I did go to work (at hospital) and my B/P has risen a bit.  I did call my surgeon today and no return call.  I was prepared to go to ER after work and get some bloodwork and fluids, but since my B/P was okay, I did not.  I'm sure I'm borderline dehydrated.  Will continue to monitor.

Has this happened to others at 5months out?  BTW...my weight-loss is extremely slow.  I think I lost 3/4lbs this past month?  I know the inches are coming off, so I don't worry about it.

Good to read the posts.
Dana   
For I know the plans I have for you, Declares the Lord...Jeremiah 29:11
I have the strength to face all conditions through Christ Jesus...Philippians 4:13 
             
byebyeburden
on 4/4/11 11:45 pm
I'm sorry to hear you are dehydrated, take care! 

Yes, I am just at 5m too and my weight slowed down a lot.  But, I was on a stall for about 1.5 months in months 2-3. .  I too lost inches but not pounds.  This last month has been good though. 

It looks like you are doing really well otherwise, congrats.
~Emily
Surgery Date Weight: 255 

Goal 1: 199 reached 3/4/11
Goal 2: 175
Goal 3: 150
Goal 3: 129
  

  
gymmom33
on 4/5/11 12:31 am - Edgewood, WA
 Hi Dana~ 
It could be dehydration, but I also notice on days when Im really tired....I havent had enough protein. Are you keeping your protein up? Well, keep trying to get the liquids in and hopefully you'll start feeling better soon. 
Take care!

        
  
  HW 367 Start of liquid diet 342  SW 325  CW 199 GW 160
    Diane
dlp5510
on 4/5/11 6:47 am - Houston, TX
ALWAYS need more protein and liquids.  
It is a daily struggle :)
Dana   
For I know the plans I have for you, Declares the Lord...Jeremiah 29:11
I have the strength to face all conditions through Christ Jesus...Philippians 4:13 
             
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