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I am having this sinus problem with very yellow mucus and lots of it. i am scheduled to have major back surgery this friday. big problem?????? or not
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Possibly: Let your spine surgeon know. He may want you to see your primary care doctor to obtain medical clearance prior to undergoing surgery. You don't want to be undergoing spine surgery with an acute sinus infection.
Answered 3/1/2016
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