aid in healing

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Thank you so much for your help.  I have one more qustion:  Should I increase my caloric intake too, for the surgery?  And if so, by how much?  I am a 22 year old female, about 125 lbs, 5'5", not very active.



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I am about to have surgery on my nose in 10 days.  They are going to be breaking bones, moving cartilage, and there are going to be outside incision marks.  What types of vitamins and supplements should I take to aid in healing?  I already have the following:  Vitamin C, Zinc/Magnesium/Calcium, Iron, B Complex, Vitamin K, B Complex.  As for supplements I have Bromelaine and Arnica.  As for diet, I was told to drink tons of Pineapple juice.  What other vitamins, supplements, or foods would you recommend?  Thanks!
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I would say the big ones I would concentrate on is vitamin D and calcium. I would make sure I was taking a daily multi-vitamin/mineral supplement. Your doctor should be telling you if you should take anything extra if it is needed.

Leigh-Anne

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Thank really isn't necessary. In fact, the day of your surgery and probably the night before, they will probably tell you not to eat anything. After surgery they suggest staying with bland foods (usually because anesthesia and such can sometimes make you sick), but generally you can return to your normal diet whenever you feel you are able, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

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