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Is Hip Replacement Surgery Advisable When Diagnosed With HSV?
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!
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.
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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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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