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I am planning on having a rhinoplasty but have problems with acid reflux! Is general anasthesia safe for people with reflux?

June 28, 2014
Asked By:alliosso in London, GB

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Answer: Reflux and general anesthesia

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Answer: GERD and general anesthesia

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June 30, 2014

Answer: I am planning on having a rhinoplasty but have problems with acid reflux! Is general anesthesia safe for people with reflux?

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July 1, 2014

Answer: Reflux

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July 1, 2014

Answer: Rhinoplasty general anesthesia and acid reflux

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