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Is it safe to continue taking Tramadol before surgery?

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Hi. I am scheduled for a tummy tuck and breast lift on 9/19. I currently take tramadol on a daily basis. I have been taking it for years after a bad back injury. I asked my plastic surgeon and anestesiologist and both say it is fine to take even the morning of the surgery. I trust them of course, but I have read that it can interfere with the meds given during surgery. My doctor said " many people having surgery are on pain meds and it's fine" I just would like another opinion... Or 2. :) Thank you.

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