Can I smoke at least 5 cigarettes the most a day before getting the sleeve surgery? (Photo)

It is not a good idea. since you must consider all factors, negative relationships have been seen between smoking and sleep apnea.

having full transparency with your doctor before your surgery about such habits is the right thing to do. You should absolutely quit smoking before your surgery so that the anesthesia and recovery process will be as smooth as possible.

It is important to stop smoking prior to sleeve gastrectomy.  The complication and leak rates are much higher in patients that smoke because you do not heal well.  We check patients at the hospital with a blood test for smoking and if it comes back positive we cancel the surgery.  We recommend stopping smoking 4-6 weeks prior to surgery.  You should be honest with your surgeon and postpone your surgery if you are still smoking.

Smoking before or right after surgery is not a good idea. Here's a video that will explain more. I hope this helps. warm regards, Dr. Alvarez