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Does vaping 0 nicotine 2 weeks after tonsillectomy increase bleeding risk? what about 3 weeks? would it increase bleeding risk if the vape did contain nicotine (i am going to try to stick to 0)?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Pressure wound: If there is excessive transmitted pressure on the wound, it can delay healing. Avoid vaping and please watch for signs of infection, follow up with your physician.

Answered 9/9/2020

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A member asked:

Does vaping 0 nicotine 2 weeks after tonsillectomy increase bleeding risk? what about 3 weeks? would it increase bleeding risk if the vape did contain nicotine (i am going to try to stick to 0)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

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