Migraine,Low body temp after surgical menopause

I had a complete hysterectomy on 2-20-07 to remove cysts and an abnormal mass on my ovarie.I am taking a generic Estroven (CVS brand).For about a week I have had a headache and a low body temp (96.8) and a mild abdominal pain.I am cold all the time which is a complete reversal from normal since the surgery (after surgery I had been overly hot all the time).Any insight would be greatly appreciated.

[Machelle Seibel, MD]

It is difficult to say exactly what is causing your symptoms. Here are some suggestions. One thing is to discontinue the Estroven for a week to see if there is something in that causing your headache and low temperature. By the end of a week you should be back to baseline. It also possible that you have a low grade infection, usually with a virus given your low temperature. It is generally a good idea to talk with your internist if the low temperature continues. Also might ask him or her to check your thyroid hormone level to be sure it isn't low.
Machelle Seibel, MD