Post Surgical Fever?

[LT1002 138]

I had surgery on Tuesday and while in the hospital and since I came home Thursday, I've had an intermittent low grade fever - usually between 99.3 and 100.3. I'm thinking it could be from dehyrdration. Considering they discharged me from the hospital, I'm guessing they weren't too concerned. Anyone else experience this immediately post-op?

[Lissa 2,631]

IMO, a fever is a big deal, especially right after surgery. I think I'd be on the phone to my medical posse and see what they think about it!

[Minckle 87]

My PA told me it's not a "fever" until it hits 101. I'm no MD or RN, but our home thermometer says the same thing. I would expect a little elevation to be normal, considering but your body just went through, but agree with Lissa that it might be nice to get some reassurance from a professional.

[Back~To~Amy 307]

At discharge, I was told a low grade fever in the first few days after surgery was normal. I too was told to call of it went over 101 degrees. If you are concerned, please call your doctor. Take care!

[chad2rad 491]

At discharge' date=' I was told a low grade fever in the first few days after surgery was normal. I too was told to call of it went over 101 degrees. If you are concerned, please call your doctor. Take care![/quote']

That is pretty normal protocol. But please call if you are concerned. Atleast that will give them a baseline if it does not resolve. It's their job, and u are worth it.

[chad2rad 491]

My PA told me it's not a "fever" until it hits 101. I'm no MD or RN' date=' but our home thermometer says the same thing. I would expect a little elevation to be normal, considering but your body just went through, but agree with Lissa that it might be nice to get some reassurance from a professional.[/quote']

True, your body does not know u planned this!

[LT1002 138]

Thanks all. I figure I'll give it until Monday and call then. As long as it stays below 101, I think I can wait an extra day.

[mrsnate 55]

My temps stayed at 99-100 for the first week after surgery. Then they just went away! My surgeon said to call if they hit 101. Congrats on your surgery!

[SkinnySmurf 3]

I had a fever after discharge fe the whole first week. It was between 99.3 and 102.6. Although i was still able to drink, I felt miserable. I was on the phone every day wiith my doc. Fianally at 2nd visit he did bloods and urine. Turns out I have a UTI. On antibiotics for another few days. But I feel 100% better. I'm not happy about how long it took to discover but at least it's being treated.