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Is On And Off Sweating And Chills After Being On Stent Normal?

hi my husband had a stent 6 days ago and is recovering at home now. after his fever went down (after % days of fever) now he is sweating alot for no clear reason. he also feels colder that usual when i check his temperature with my had on his forehead. please tell me whether this is normal or not?
Tue, 18 Mar 2014
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Fever on and off with a recent procedure of stent is a bit tricky and might need a blood work up to rule out any infection or sepsis. Blood culturing and a broad spectrum antibiotics are advised. Long story short, it is not normal.
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Is On And Off Sweating And Chills After Being On Stent Normal?

Thank you for asking! Fever on and off with a recent procedure of stent is a bit tricky and might need a blood work up to rule out any infection or sepsis. Blood culturing and a broad spectrum antibiotics are advised. Long story short, it is not normal. I hope it helps