Question:
I am 3 days pre-op and am starting to get a sore throat and general achiness. Any su

   — James T. (posted on October 28, 2002)

October 28, 2002
I, too, had a sore throat and aches and pains about a week after surgery...I just knew it was the flu! My suggestion--FLUIDS, FLUIDS, FLUIDS! I know, I know...it's hard to fathom trying get down MORE fluids than you already are, but it's very necessary to be hydrated. Also, you may want to talk to your doctor not see if there are any over the counter meds you can take (in liquid form, I'd imagine). I also found that my pain meds came in handy (though I was already off of them by then) and since I had a few left, I took 1/2 of a pill a couple times and it seemed to help with the fever and aches (my pills are acetometaphine based). I hope you feel better....OH--and of course, get plenty of rest (when you're not drinking!!) :-)
   — Karen K.

October 28, 2002
The sore throat could be related to the tube that they put down your throat during surgery. My sore throat went away about a week later. I am still somewhat achey 2 weeks post-op, but doing great. Call your doctor to make sure though.
   — Sanya R.