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What Causes A Feeling Of Fainting While Standing Up After A Stomach Surgery?
i had a sleve stomach surgery and have lost 96 lbs.I have been feeling faint when i stand up.I checked all the symtoms and have notified my dr.In addition to having a heart attack 5 yrs ago iam now off all meds except lexipro for anxiety.My blood pressure is normal,i do not have sleep apnia.etc.Is there something else
Fri, 31 Jan 2020
Hi,
If it is only a few days ago, it could simply be a hangover effect from the anesthesia. Alternatively from epidural analgesia, if you had this.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Anders Mark Christensen, General Surgeon
If it is only a few days ago, it could simply be a hangover effect from the anesthesia. Alternatively from epidural analgesia, if you had this.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Anders Mark Christensen, General Surgeon
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