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How long should i quit smoking marijuana for if i am having knee surgery?

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Dr. Eric Levin answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Now: Make sure you tell the anesthesiologist and surgeon everything you are taking since it could interfere with the anesthesia.

Dr Fowler and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 12/19/2019

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