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Had Umbilical Hernia Repair Done. Got Fever And Cold. Do I Have An Infection?
Question: Just had umbilical hernia repair 4 days ago..... Fever and chills last 2 days..... Almost feel like I have the flu....,. Do I have an infection?
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There are all chances you have developed an infection
Go for a complete blood count and it that is on rise, XXXXXXX your operating surgeon
An ultasound will be of help to identify any local collection
Hope this helps
Do write back in case of concern
Wishing you a healthy life ahead
Thanks for writing in
There are all chances you have developed an infection
Go for a complete blood count and it that is on rise, XXXXXXX your operating surgeon
An ultasound will be of help to identify any local collection
Hope this helps
Do write back in case of concern
Wishing you a healthy life ahead
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