Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
When Can One Start Smoking After Shoulder Surgery?
I had surgery on my right shoulder to repair a torn labrum. It will be one week from surgery on Tuesday. I heard that smirking after surgery can cause blood clots. I smoke cigarets and electronic cigarets (Ecig) My question is when can I smoke my ecig again without blood clots being a concern? And when can I smoke a regular cigarette again? My doctor who did the surgery on me isn t giving me a timetable.
Wed, 19 Sep 2018
Hi,
Smoking may cause poor wound healing, provoke stroke or myocardial infarction.
Better to discontinue smoking. Otherwise, wait until your wound heals properly.
After that, you may use Nicotex chewing gums for weaning off the condition.
Please consult your doctor, he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu,
Internal Medicine Specialist
Smoking may cause poor wound healing, provoke stroke or myocardial infarction.
Better to discontinue smoking. Otherwise, wait until your wound heals properly.
After that, you may use Nicotex chewing gums for weaning off the condition.
Please consult your doctor, he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu,
Internal Medicine Specialist
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....