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I'm having nose surgery to correct a deviated septum under general anesthesia. Will my breathing be stopped during surgery?

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Will my breathing or other body functions be stopped during the surgery and be restarted afterwards ? or I will continue to breathe through the mouth? thank you for your response!

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