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I have 3 hives on forehead, swollen gland, a heavy feeling in my chest with some coughing. 9 days after surgery. could it be allergy from anesthesia?

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Not likely: Most allergic reactions happen sooner.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Orrin Ailloni-Charas answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Unlikely : To have a reaction 9 days later. You should call your doctor and be evaluated for an upper respiratory infection m.

Answered 11/13/2012

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Dr. Edwin Perez answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Surgery: What was da type of surgery did u have? It is unlikely that anesthesia caused ur swollen gland or chest problem. U should go get checked out though for da swollen gland and chest.

Answered 3/13/2016

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Dr. Thomas Klein answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Probably not: I would think the hives are more likely due to either an antibiotic you received or are still on, an infection from the operation or something all together different. I recommend you see your surgeon. An allergist could also help.

Answered 9/16/2015

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Dr. Richard Pollard answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

No: This sounds as though you have picked up a cold. The anesthetics given to you were removed from your body by day three, and so are not available to trigger an allergic reaction at this point.

Answered 4/24/2015

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