I am booked in for a breast fat transfer procedure in 4 weeks time. Today I have just discovered I have shingles. I have started in anti virals today for 7 days. If got in time I cold be fine within a week but if not if could be a few weeks. Should I postpone the procedure? Would it have any impact on the procedure and recovery?
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