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Should patients taking blood thinners use precaution with taking a colonoscopy?
Patients who regularly take aspirin , nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), blood thinners, or insulin should be sure to inform the physician prior to the colonoscopy.
How should patients be prepared for an eye muscle surgery?
Patients should make sure their doctors are aware of any medications that they are taking, even over-the-counter medications. Patients should not take aspirin, or any other blood-thinning medications for ten days prior to surgery.
What medications must a candidate for otoplasty stop taking before surgery?
Patients are usually advised to discontinue taking aspirin and any other medications that thin the blood for two weeks prior to surgery.
How is the patient prepared for Mohs surgery?
antibiotics may be given to the patient prior to the procedure; this is known as prophylactic antibiotic treatment. Patients are encouraged to eat prior to surgery
Why do patients meet with the surgical team prior to surgery?
to discuss the surgery and other potential treatment options for the patient's medical condition
Can you take ibuprofen before an epidural injection?
No, you can not. ibuprofen is classed as a NSAID. Others in this class are Aleve, Naproxen, Advil, Celebrex. Neither can you take any blood thinners such as coumadin (warfarin). You must discontinue use for 7 days prior to surgery.
What question should a patient ask his orthopedic surgery before surgery?
Prior to any surgery, the patient undergoes extensive testing to determine the proper corrective procedure. Tests may include x rays, computed tomography scans (CT scans), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), myelograms.
Can you have dementia after surgery?
I do believe surgery hastens dementia, especially in elderly who are already fragile and it may be that these patients have dementia prior to surgery and anaesthesia exacerbated the condition.
What drugs are given to patients before an angioplasty?
patients are given anticoagulant (blood thinning) medications prior to the procedure to assist in the prevention of thromboses (blood clots), even
When I can play sports again after the Surgery?
6 months after the surgery patients can go back to playing any sport again. It is at this time that the bar is fully integrated into the chest and you can do everything that you did prior to the surgery.
What dietary restrictions must an orchiectomy patient adhere to prior to surgery?
Patients should not eat or drink anything for the eight hours before the scheduled time of surgery.
What must patients who take pain killers do prior to eye surgery?
A number of pain relievers may affect outcomes, making it important for patients to disclose all medication.
