I'm 55 and plannimg for a mommy makeover. I have been fighting this cold off and on about 2 weeks now. My surgery date is in 3 days. How long should I wait to be strong enough for this surgery. I feel a little better but don't know if my body is ready yet. Please advice me as to how long is safe to wait till I go under the knife?! Thanks. Melody
January 14, 2013
Answer: Delay of surgery after sickness
Generally, waiting at least 2 weeks from when you are fully recovered from your illness would be recommended prior to undergoing any elective surgery. You should see your primary care physician to make sure there are no other issues. You want to make sure your lung function is optimal prior to any general anesthesia.
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January 14, 2013
Answer: Delay of surgery after sickness
Generally, waiting at least 2 weeks from when you are fully recovered from your illness would be recommended prior to undergoing any elective surgery. You should see your primary care physician to make sure there are no other issues. You want to make sure your lung function is optimal prior to any general anesthesia.
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January 13, 2013
Answer: Feeling sick before surgery
I strongly recommend that you see your primary care doctor and have him/her listen to your heart and lungs and make sure you are okay before surgery. Otherwise, you may make all the arrangements for surgery and have the procedure cancelled by your anesthesiologist. Worse yet, would be to have the surgery aggravate your illness causing you a problem. Good luck.
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January 13, 2013
Answer: Feeling sick before surgery
I strongly recommend that you see your primary care doctor and have him/her listen to your heart and lungs and make sure you are okay before surgery. Otherwise, you may make all the arrangements for surgery and have the procedure cancelled by your anesthesiologist. Worse yet, would be to have the surgery aggravate your illness causing you a problem. Good luck.
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