I am having a rhinoplasty done in a few weeks and am wondering if I can continue to take my collagen supplement before surgery?

Talk to your prospective surgeon about what supplements they want you to discontinue prior to your surgery.  Generally there shouldn't be an issue.

Hello,Although you are ok to continue taking it, supplements are a $14B industry with no data behind it. The product you take is very expensive protein, and your body breaks it down into amino acids prior to gut absorption. Save your money and stop now. Best of luck!

Dear np888,every plastic surgeon has preoperative instructions which he recommends to his patients. Most plastic surgeons would not restrict you from taking collagen supplements but to be sure I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

In our practice, we ask patients to stop taking all herbal supplements at least two weeks prior to  a rhinoplasty procedure to avoid complications with bleeding and anesthesia. Best to check with your operative surgeon.

You should discuss what medications, supplements, and vitamins you are taking, both prescription and over the counter, with your plastic surgeon and have him or her decide what you should and should not be taking. Your surgeon should be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS).

Robert Singer, MD  FACS 
La Jolla, California