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3 Days Post Op, Having Regrets

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Traci01    4

Traci01
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Hi everyone, I have been watching this site for months now as I have been preparing for my surgery. I was banded on Monday and tonight (Wednesday) I still feel horrible. My stomach and incisions seem okay, but I have a fever and a horrible headache. Did anyone else experience these same effects after surgery? Thanks, I appreciate any stories you can share.

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Jen75    33

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Hmm... Fever is not good. Have you called the doctor?

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Laney5    4

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I experienced the horrible migranes couldnt sleep finally day2 had some coffee and a pinch of sugar it went away, i think my was caffeine withdrawls

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lisaholland73    197

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Hi everyone, I have been watching this site for months now as I have been preparing for my surgery. I was banded on Monday and tonight (Wednesday) I still feel horrible. My stomach and incisions seem okay, but I have a fever and a horrible headache. Did anyone else experience these same effects after surgery? Thanks, I appreciate any stories you can share.

My Dr told me if I have a fever of 101 or higher to call right away. Better check, better to be safe than sorry.

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TracyC    32

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Are you getting enough fluids. My doctor and his assistant were very adamant that I track my Fluid intake because most people don't get enough and don't realize it.

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Dulci    108

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If you have a fever, call your doctor. Don't wait until office hours, call now.

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Cindysmom (Ilene)    130

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I hope that you have called your dr by now. Looking forward to hearing that you are better.

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cakegirl    12

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A fever is a sign of infection and is definitely not normal. Call your doctor and if your doctor doesn't answer, go to A&E and explain that you had surgery 3 days ago and now have a fever.

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jesscaba    24

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Call your doctor!! You may have an infection!!!

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Traci01    4

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Thanks everyone, I did call the doctor yesterday. They said as long as it's under 101 it's probably okay, just watch it. Maybe I'll try a little coffee like suggested, my headache could be caffiene withdrawal.

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sidvicious    20

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i was banded last wednesday. i had terrible Migraines that the hydrocodone were not touching. the doctor called in a nasal spray pain reliever (very strong) that took the pain away immediately.

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gottobeme    81

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I know I suffered from caffeine withdrawal during my pre op diet. I don't drink coffee but was addicted to Coke Zero. It took a few days to get past it but tylenol did help some.

Good Luck!

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jesscaba    24

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Glad to hear that you are OK!

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Jim1967    3,569

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Hello All,

I also had surgery on the 16th and had no problems. I have had slight headaches here and there but I assume it is my harsh withdrawal from caffeine. Fighting to reach my daily Fluid intake but working on it. Need to stay hydrated. My pain was pretty tolerable and only took pain med twice since getting discharged on the 17th.

Only problem I am having is the major gas pains in the lower belly and lets just say lots of trips to the bathroom. Sorry for the TMI but the cramps have been bad.

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