Can I have a Rhinoplasty done if I have NMO (autoimmune disease)?

April 12, 2016
Asked By:cookie1571 in Matteson, IL

I take rituximab and prednisone every six months to prevent relapses although I have not had any relapses. The NMO affected my spine causing paralysis from waist down but praise God I am walking now..(cant run)...but can walk.

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