I just had my surgery yesterday; now I have a 100? fever and I can't stay awake

[Weas123 0]

Is anything wrong? Should I go to the DR or should I just brave it out? I spent the night at the hospital for monitoring 9standard for my DR). It varies between 99.9° and 100.5°.

Also, why can't i stay awake for more than 5-10 minutes at a time? The anesthesia?

[JENNIFER7375 3]

Go to the hospital. And don't wait til tomorrow. You could have an infection or other serious complication. You need medical attention ASAP

[Weas123 0]

I've read the the fever (as long as it's under 101° and goes away within 2 days) is nomal.

[Grandma26 1]

Call your DRs office right away and let them know you have a fever. It may be nothing but why take the chance.

I was very sleepy for a day or two after surgery until all the medication was out of my system. I think that's pretty normal.

[tcbgirl 0]

Please go to the doctor. I had it too the day after surgery and turned out, I had pneumonia.

Please let us know how you are doing.

[LollyMoe 1]

By all means, at least, call your doctor's office and inform them of the problem. You don't want to take even a ting little chance when a phone call might be enough. As for sleeping, everyone responds differently to anesthesia and your body may be having a little trouble shaking it off this time. Now stop reading and go make that call please!

[losingit37 0]

You seriously need to contact your doctor. I did not have a fever after my surgery, although I was very sleepy. You could be having an allergic reaction to pain medication.

[Weas123 0]

Well, I woke up this morning and I felt all better - temp is 98.6.

Not a problem!