Is it a risk to put someone under general anesthesia while they have a cold?!
Question: I have a low grade fever of 100 degrees and my throat is sore along with congestion. I'm pretty sure it is sinuses.
I am supposed to get a wisdom tooth taken out on friday, and I'm pretty sure I won't be (all the way) better by then. I really don't want to put this surgery off, because I have already had to reschedule several times.
Should I still be able to have the surgery?
Answers: I have a low grade fever of 100 degrees and my throat is sore along with congestion. I'm pretty sure it is sinuses.
I am supposed to get a wisdom tooth taken out on friday, and I'm pretty sure I won't be (all the way) better by then. I really don't want to put this surgery off, because I have already had to reschedule several times.
Should I still be able to have the surgery?
This is a judgment call on the part of the surgeon. You're going to feel sore from the extractions, you'll feel worse if you're ill.
Probably not a big deal--still, the surgeon should know.
Steve Bornfeld, DDS
yes
No but inform your doctor about your cold situation and he will decide about the surgery and good luck on your surgery and best wishes.