I have a cold and a scheduled rhinoplasty in two days.. what do I do?

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Tuesday I got a cold, a week prior to my scheduled rhino. I have a stuffy nose and slightly sore throat. I went to my general physician, who said my breathing was normal. I'm taking paracetamol and an antihistaminic. My surgery is in two days and I'm not 100% yet. I still have a slightly stuffy nose and a cough. I did not have a fever, nor do I feel ill, with aches nor pains, and my physician still says my breathing is clear and normal. I'm scared to call my surgeon for he might say to postpone...

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

You should definitely contact your surgeon to let him or her know that you have a cold.  It will be up to your particular surgeon whether your rhinoplasty is postponed or not.  In general, it is best not to undergo elective cosmetic procedures when you are ill.

Nicholas Galardi, MD · Answer

Thank you for your questions. Your best option is to call your Surgeon and let them know about your cold and update them with all of the information from your general physician as well. They may postpone your surgery and if they do it is for your own safety. Good Luck.

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I have a cold and a scheduled rhinoplasty in two days.. what do I do?

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