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Can I get Rhinoplasty post covid? Will it impact my healing process?

Abaig1985Jun 2, 2022
Hello! I tested covid positive on monday May 30 and have a rhinoplasty to reduce dorsal hump and correct deviated septum on June 28. The surgeon is hesitant. My symptoms included scratchy throat (no cough, no fever), body aches for 1-2 days and fatigue. I am vaccinated. The surgeon is hesitant to proceed as it may impact my healing process. I just wanted another surgeons advice on whether it is safe to proceed or? Should i wait 1-month after a negative test or 1-month after covid symptoms start?

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