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Why Am I Having A Constant Fever Along With Frequent Urination While Trying For Pregnancy?

Posted on Fri, 21 Dec 2018

Question: I've been running a fever for roughly 2 weeks now. I have no other symptoms. I have been trying to get pregnant and have been eating healthy. Why am I running a fever but feel totally fine?

Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (27 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Please follow up with additional details

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Thank you for your query.

Please follow up with the following details so that I can give you a definite answer
-when was your last menstrual period?
- Are your menstrual cycles regular?
-How long have you been trying to get pregnant?
-Do you experience any lower abdominal pain, vaginal discharge or bleeding at present?
-Did you check your temperature using a thermometer? If so,what is your temperature?
-Any urinary urgenc, frequency or pain during urination?
- Are you on any medications currently?
- Do you have any medical conditions including thyroid issues?

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (50 minutes later)

My last menstrual period was February 6th. My periods are regular but very short and light. Last month my period was 3 days early though. My periods last 2 days. We've been trying to get pregnant for 7 months now. Sometimes when having sexual intercourse, I have some lower abdominal pain. I have some vaginal discharge but no bleeding right now. I've checked my temperature, it's never been below 100.6 unless I'm outside with the wind blowing on me. right now my temperature is 102.4. I've been going to the bathroom more than I usually do with no pain during urination. I don't take medicine, only prenatal vitamins. I don't have any medical conditions.

Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Follow up answer

Detailed Answer:
Hello again,

Since you are experiencing increased frequency of urination along with fever, Urinary tract infection is a concern (even though you are not actively having pain).

Urine analysis and culture are required for the confirmation of diagnosis.
I would also recommend getting urine pregnancy test done too. Pregnancy can increase your core body temperature.

Please be advised to follow up with your primary care provider for confirmation of diagnosis.
If the urinary infection is confirmed, antibiotics will be initiated.

Hope this answers your question
Please let me know if you need further clarification

Regards
Dr.Lekshmi

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee

Follow up: Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (49 minutes later)

If I do have a UTI could the antibiotics effect pregnancy if I am pregnant?

Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (3 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
There are safe antibiotics for use during pregnancy

Detailed Answer:
Hello again,

If at all, UTI is confirmed, there are safe choices of antibiotic if you are pregnant. The antibiotic like Nitrofurantoin is very good in treating UTI and safe during pregnancy.

Many women experience UTI in early pregnancy and are safely given antibiotics. Please do not worry.

Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal, General & Family Physician

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee