01/23/2026
Cold season + surgery plans? Let’s talk 🤧
If you have a procedure coming up and start feeling sick, it’s not something to push through and ignore. Even a mild cold can affect anesthesia, your breathing, and how well your body heals afterward.
Here’s the rule of thumb:
• Mild, improving symptoms may be okay
• Fever, chest symptoms, worsening congestion, or a confirmed infection usually mean rescheduling
To be safe, always consult your surgical team and be honest about your symptoms. Your surgery results and healing will always be better when your body is truly ready.