Question:
Can I take anything pre-op for alergies?

I think I have an alergy but am not sure if I can take anything. My pre-op appt. is tomorrow and surgery on 11/7. I have been taking Veetid (antibiotic) for over a week now and my cough and voice is still bad. Could be bronchitis but I would of thought that the veetid would of cleared it up. Is there any allergy meds I can take? Thanks    — Kelly C. (posted on November 5, 2001)

November 5, 2001
I had a tylenol sinus before surgery.I had bad allergies on the plane to california.I know it was a a no no but I was fine.....
   — Carol F.

November 5, 2001
I had a cold right before surgery and nothing I was taking caused them any concern when I told them the day before at my preop testing. I think I was taking Sudafed Cold/Sinus, Echinacea, Vit. C, Cold Eez w/Zinc. BUT call your surgeon's office and ask. Some hospitals are different and they would know best.
   — Nicole P.

November 5, 2001
I would be very, very careful with taking anything this close to your surgery date. Talk with your doctor, or staff to get the go ahead. You don't want any adverse reactions. Some meds thin the blood which could increase the chance of having a blood clot that could be fatal. Just be careful. I understand your concern with getting a cold so close to surgery, mine is this friday. Good luck.
   — Cheri M.

November 5, 2001
Thanks for the answers. I guess I will just wait and see what the doc says. My appt. is today at 11:30. Say a pray for me. Thanks Kelly
   — Kelly C.