Is It Safe to Have Rhinoplasty when You Have the Beginning Signs of a Cold?

July 12, 2010
Asked By:conjestedsnoot in Los Angeles, CA

I am worried I am compromising my safety by having surgery tomorrow with some mild cold symptoms. -I have a slight temperature 99.6-100 it varies. -My nose is a little raw. -My throat is not sore, but it is slightly raspy. -I am loosing a $500 deposit:( Could somebody help me out?

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July 14, 2010

Answer: Rhinoplasty when you are having a cold can increase your risk of complications

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Answer: Rhinoplasty when you are having a cold can increase your risk of complications

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July 14, 2010

Answer: Catching a cold before rhinoplasty

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July 14, 2010

Answer: Catching a cold before rhinoplasty

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July 14, 2010

Answer: Let your surgeon know that you have a cold since he may want to examine you or reschedule your surgery.

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July 14, 2010

Answer: Let your surgeon know that you have a cold since he may want to examine you or reschedule your surgery.

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