Is it necessary to take antibiotics after surgery?

March 17, 2014
Asked By:AlicaBunny in New Jersey, NJ

I'm having a facial procedure next week and my surgeon's office initially said they would give me a prescription for antibiotics the day of surgery. When I requested a prescription beforehand so I wouldn't have to worry about filling it right after having surgery in an unfamiliar city, they refused but said they could give me the pills the day of surgery. I am aware of how bad antibiotics are for the gut/body, but will take them if necessary. I guess my question is, how necessary are they?

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