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Can Cold And Sore Throat Cause Problem For A Laparoscopy?
Question: I am due for a laparascopy for endometriosis on tuesday but have started to have a cold. Would that be a problem i dont have a fever only a sore throat
Brief Answer:
Sore throat should be treated before surgery
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Sore throat and cold can cause problem in general anaesthesia required for laparoscopy.
You should consult your treating doctor whether she/he wants to give you treatment for sore throat, prior to surgery.
Hop you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN
Sore throat should be treated before surgery
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Sore throat and cold can cause problem in general anaesthesia required for laparoscopy.
You should consult your treating doctor whether she/he wants to give you treatment for sore throat, prior to surgery.
Hop you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN
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Answered by
Dr. Deepti Verma
OBGYN, Maternal and Fetal Medicine
Practicing since :2009
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