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May 04, 2025

Dealing with Sweats and Chills After Ostomy

This topic is about someone who is two months into living with an ostomy and is having a tough time adjusting. They are experiencing persistent sweats and chills and are unsure about what might be causing these symptoms. They are also uncertain about which specialist to consult, as multiple doctors have not been able to find a reason, though some have suggested it might be hormonal. The symptoms started in the hospital and have continued without a clear explanation.

Here are some pieces of advice and insights that might be helpful:

1. It's important to contact a doctor immediately, as sweats and chills at this stage could indicate an infection or other complications.
2. Take your temperature, but keep in mind that an infection might still be present even if you don't have a fever. Only a proper medical evaluation, which could include labs, imaging, or cultures, can confirm what's going on.
3. The longer you wait to get treatment, the worse an infection can become. It's crucial to call your surgeon’s or GI specialist’s office and describe your symptoms right away.
4. Many people find the two-month mark emotionally challenging. Physical issues, like an untreated infection, can make adjusting even harder. However, once the cause is identified, appropriate antibiotics or other treatments can lead to rapid improvement.
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