Sore throat and I'll have TT in 2 weeks: What can I take? Can the flu stop my surgery?

Question

I'm 2 weeks away from my tummy tuck surgery and I have sore throat for 2 days already.

Gregory DeLange, MD · Answer

Wow, tummy tuck on its way.  This is a great surgery and a sore throat two weeks before surgery should not be a problem.  I would check for strep and provide antibiotics which is unlikely but possible.  It should simply resolve itself in a few day.  If worried, just get on a week of Amoxacilin.  BUT, definitely consult with your surgeon.

Miguel Delgado, MD · Answer

You need to let your surgeon know right away so he/she can determine if you will be able to proceed with your surgery. Good luck.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

I encourage you to visit with your primary care physician for an evaluation.  It's best to be free from any infection at the time of your surgery.  Share your PCP's finding with your surgeon so that the best and safest course of action can be determined regarding your surgery.  Acting quickly should work in your favor so that your surgery isn't delayed.

Anthony P. Terrasse, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I recommend that if you are feeling an illness coming on, that you talk to your primary care doctor to ensure that it isn’t something serious. You also need to talk to your plastic surgeon, as patients who are sick typically cannot undergo surgery. Good luck!

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Best to call your chosen operate surgeon's office. Ask to be seen and treated so to protect your planned surgery date. Otherwise go see your Primary Care MD for treatment..

Christine Sullivan, MD (retired) · Answer

These are questions that you need to discuss with your board certified plastic surgeon. Please call the office and ask your surgeon. Best of luck and feel better soon!

Angel Alejandro Mora, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello BelkisM, thank you for submitting your question.
If you have a sore throat and think you might have a cold or the flu, please drink lots of liquids, get rest and take 1 vitamin C pill every day. A patient with the flu or a cold cannot go through surgery, so make sure you don't get any worse, take good care of yourself, and I wish you the best in your surgery!

Sore throat and I'll have TT in 2 weeks: What can I take? Can the flu stop my surgery?

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