I am having lipo surgery today and woke up with a mild sore throat. Will this affect my surgery?

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Alex Campbell, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. Best is to make sure your surgeon knows about it so he/she can examine you and decide whether is safe to procede with the surgery or not.

Robert Kearney, MD, FACS · Answer

You need to contact your doctor and ask them. If you are just have sedation I cannot imagine it making a difference. If you are going to sleep  you might want to wait.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I recommend telling your surgeon so they can help you make a decision as to whether you should go forward with your treatment. You have swelling, which can last 3-6 months after your procedure. I recommend adding hyperbaric oxygen and lymphatic massage along with your compression to help decrease swelling. To improve your final results, I also recommend adding vanquish for further fat removal, exilis/venus legacy for skin tightening, cellutone/z wave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin’s appearance. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

John E. Nees, MD · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!
A sore throat may be the first sign of an upper respiratory tract infection. You should immediately contact your plastic surgeon as well as the facility where the procedure is to be performed to make them aware of your symptoms and allow them to evaluate and determine the best course of action.
Best wishes...

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear biancao,every plastic surgeon has his own preoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

I am having lipo surgery today and woke up with a mild sore throat. Will this affect my surgery?

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I am having lipo surgery today and woke up with a mild sore throat. Will this affect my surgery?

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Answer: Preoperative protocol

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