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Why do surgeons wear masks?

• MobiusHorizons 4y ago
  Not an expert, but as I understand it, surgeons could be exposed to much more than airborne viruses (bacteria, bodily fluids, etc). So masks would be worn for more possible reasons. It’s a good question though, I hope someone knowledgeable answers it.
  • azakai 4y ago
    Surgical masks and face shields are indeed designed specifically to protect from fluids. That is very important too. Separately from that, when there is a risk of airborne transmission as there is with Covid, doctors and nurses will wear appropriate masks like N95s.