Question:
I have a cold and I'm scheduled for surgery on Friday!!!!

Does anyone know if I will be able to have my RNY on Friday? My cold is not bad, no fever,no coughing, no runny nose, just stuffy and a scratchy throat. I would really hate to be pushed back, the doc is so busy I probably wouldn't be able to get in until December.    — Susan M. (posted on October 5, 2003)

October 5, 2003
I would call your PCP for a suggested remedy. I am sure if you are careful and don't over do it this week you will be fine. The congestion is the thing you want to get rid of to be sure it doesn't interfere with anesthesia. Best of luck!!
   — Fixnmyself

October 5, 2003
OPEN RNY 03/26/03...55YR OLD..445 LBS..PCP GAVE ME MEDS FOR COUGH..TOOK THEM BEFORE SURGERY ALONG WITH ALL MY OTHER MEDS & I DID GREAT!!!!..GOD LUCK***445/343/150
   — BLSLIM77

October 5, 2003
I got a mild cold three days before my surgery. As long as I didn't have a fever, neither my surgeon nor the anesthesiologist were concerned. You should let both know that you have a cold, but I'll be surprised if it interferes with your having surgery. Congratulations, and best wishes.
   — Vespa R.

October 5, 2003
I called my dr when I thought I might be getting a cold,I was told to show up as schedueled, It is the anestesiologists call wether or not it is safe to do the surgery. Hope you feel better!
   — Saxbyd