Fever

[ATLMark]

I am post-op day 9 and at times get a fever of around 99 - 100. Is this normal during the healing process? When I take Tylenol, the fever usually subsides. Thanks!!

Mark

[DwayneH]

I don't believe it is. Are you maybe getting the flu? Sometimes fever are signs of infection it couldnt hurt to maybe get checked out by a doctor

[Danana]

I am day 10 post-op and never once had a fever. On the paper they give you, fever is on the list for possible problems. Call the OCC and see what they say!

[lapRn]

hey Mark

having a fever is not a post op normal reaction. I agree call the occ, make sure u are well hydrated and have a doc look at the incisions if you think there possibly an infection.. Hope you feel better

[ATLMark]

Thanks for the kind words everyone! I haven't had a fever or nausea in a few days, so I think it was just my body adapting. I feel great now! I will call the OCC if I start to feel bad again. I love the support on here! Thanks!!

Mark

[stacv]

why have you been taking your temp ? did you take it often before your band ? even though 98.6 is the standard for body temp, some poeple naturally have temps that are slightly higher or lower.

[ATLMark]

My temperatures are usually normal, around 98.6 degrees. I checked my temperature today since I was feeling a little sluggish and it was 99.5. I called Dr. So at the OCC and he said this was normal since my body is still adjusting to having a foreign object in it. He said to keep it monitored and to call if it goes above 100 degrees. I feel much better about this after talking to Dr. So.

Mark