sore that and low fever 3 days prior!

[tim0826 7]

I am scheduled for Monday 9-16-13 @ 8 am and currently have a mild sore throat and a slight fever of 99.0...what should I do? I have 3 days for it to subside and really don't want to postpone...life is arranged w/ work family ect...HELP!

[Geminitraveler 2]

hang in there, let the doctor know right away and they may get it under control so you can keep the date. Good Luck!

[tim0826 7]

called surgeon...up Fluid intake and let them know if symptoms change...I think I'll be OK!

Thanks Gemini!

[vicki s 146]

increase fluids, gargle with salt water....you will do fine...xxx

[ElleG 394]

Good luck!!!!

[Geminitraveler 2]

Great to hear! I will pray for you and watch your posts to see how things go.

One other thing I did pre surgery was take extra Vitamin C.

From the link below I found this: " research has only supported this nutrient's effectiveness in decreasing the length of a cold."

Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/548287-cons-of-vitamin-c-before-surgery/#ixzz2eq5lhANx