Question:
Is it normal to still be having fevers and chills 4 days post-op?

   — cormeg2003 (posted on May 12, 2003)

May 12, 2003
NO!!!!! You should call your surgeon RIGHT AWAY. I was rehospitalized for a fever 4 days after my surgery with an elevated white count. This can be very serious. I hope you feel better soon but don't discount a fever. It might be a sign of something important.
   — Rebecca M.

May 12, 2003
I was told that if I had a temp of 101 for 24 hours or more that I needed to contact my doctor ASAP! If it were 100 but stayed there consistently for a couple of days then again, I should contact my doctor. Chills are not abnormal though, so if you have chills and are assuming you have a temp, you might now. If your thermometer agrees then definitely call it in!
   — [Deactivated Member]

May 12, 2003
No it is not normal, I would call your surgeon right away, I hasd a fever at 1 week post-op and had a slight infection, it did finally though clear up, but if you have had one now for 4 days, it could be something worse, please, do not hesitate and call!!!!
   — Melodee S.