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Yes. If you take Valtrex for any reason and have an outbreak now (or if you take it daily) this is fine prior to rhinoplasty. I hope this information is helpful for you.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon
Valtrex is safe to take before a rhinoplasty. If you are developing a blister on your upper lip region, I would let your facial plastic surgeon know. Additionally, you should let your doctor know when the medications you take changes. I hope this helps.
It is safe to take valtrex prior to surgery but you should not have an active infection at the time of your surgical porcedure especially if this is in the oral area.
Valtrex is safe to take before and is very beneficial for those who tend to break out in cold sores due to stress. As a rule let your surgeon know about any medication you are taking before a procedure.
Taking Valtrex is a good idea before and after a rhinoplasty to prevent a fever blister flareup. It is always best to check with your rhinoplasty surgeon for their recommendations
Yes it is safe and suggested to do so before during and after rhinoplasty if you have a tendency to have cold sores or herpetic breakouts. Best to you
For most patients, taking Valtrex 2 weeks befor a rhinoplasty show not be a problem. Discuss this and your history of cold sores with your plastic surgeon who should be certified by the American Board ofPlastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for AestheticPlastic Surgery (ASAPS) or a facial plastic surgeon (otolaryngologist) that you trust and arecomfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon and follow all of her or his pre-operative and post-operative instructions.Robert Singer, MD FACSLa Jolla, California
Yes, it is. And if you have a propensity to herpes outbreaks you should continue to take the medicine thru the surgery and for at least one week after to prevent the problem.
Yes it is, but consult with your Plastic Surgeon regarding any medication you are taking. Best wishes!
Everybody can see their own nose. You may be more aware of this if you have a larger nose. If you have a procedure to decrease the size of your nose you will still see it but may be less aware of it. There is no visual problem with a larger nose except that it can block your vision a little...
It's pretty swollen from what I can tell. Give it time (3-6 months) before you make a decision on it. If it needs a revision, 9-12 months is ideal.best
It is certainly possible to #combine these #surgeries. In fact, I commonly recommend other procedures to go accompany a facelift, such as blepharoplasty or a midface (cheek) lift, to name a few examples of combined procedures. The combination of multiple of facial procedures may create an ...
