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Is Hip Replacement Surgery Advisable When Diagnosed With HSV?

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Posted on Wed, 16 Nov 2016
Question: I am scheduled for surgery on my hip tomorrow I noticed a breakout of HV2 last night do i need to notify the surgeon? I do not want to reschedule!
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Answered by Dr. Prasanna Heijebu (6 hours later)
Brief Answer:
You should notify your surgeon.

Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir

I can certainly understand your concern.

Yes, absolutely you need to intimate your operating surgeon about the HSV outbreak.

This can be a contraindication to the surgery.

Post your further queries if any.

Thank you.
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Dr. Prasanna Heijebu

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Is Hip Replacement Surgery Advisable When Diagnosed With HSV?

Brief Answer: You should notify your surgeon. Detailed Answer: Hello Sir I can certainly understand your concern. Yes, absolutely you need to intimate your operating surgeon about the HSV outbreak. This can be a contraindication to the surgery. Post your further queries if any. Thank you.