Can I take zinc lozenges and emergen-c a week before surgery? Or airborne?

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My tummy tuck surgery is scheduled for April 13th. My kids have had a cold and this morning I woke up with a sore throat. I'm afraid my surgery will be cancelled if I can't kick this cold before then. Is there anything I can do/take to get better faster?!? Please help!

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Patients on the mend from a minor called generally are not canceled for elective surgery. This is a decision the needs to be made by your surgeon and anesthesiologist however.

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

is certainly admirable and it certainly doesn't hurt to take those products.  BUT if you still have any signs of a cold the day prior to your procedure, its in your best interest to cancel and reschedule.  No surgeon will want to be doing an elective procedure on someone obviously sick.  You should be at your best when having elective procedures.

Ernest Layton, MD · Answer

I think airborne would be ok, but I am not your surgeon.  Every surgeon has their own guidleines.  It si best to call his/her office and get their feedback.

Raymond Jean, MD · Answer

Best thing would be to frequently wash your hands and limit touching your face to avoid getting sick prior to your surgery. I do not think emergen-c or zinc would be an issue but I would recommend checking with your plastic surgeon about any medications before surgery.

Aramis Vega, MD · Answer

It is my pleasure to answer your question. I recommend you to call your plastic surgeon and talk about any medication in the pre op period. I only prescribe my patients Iron before surgery.

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