I am having Austin and tailors bunion surgery on my left foot (2.5 hr under general anesthesia). Taking off 8.5 weeks. Have decided to do breast revision (2 hr under general anesthesia) a months after the foot surgery. Now I just found out I have to have a leep procedure done on my cervix (1 hr under general). Is it safe to do all of these in 2 months? If I space it out 4 weeks each? I just can't afford to take any more time off from work.
Answer: Three surgies in short period of time Good question, anesthesia numerous times is not to concerning provided all of your medical staff surrounding all procedures are aware. Make sure each surgeon and anesthesiologists are well trained and the place you are going for surgery is accredited so you have an educated team. Good luck and take plenty of time for each recovery.Dr. Lane F. Smith
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Is it safe to go under general anesthesia 3 times within 8.5 weeks period? In a healthy person it likely won’t be an issue, but it would be better to discuss this with an anesthesiologist. Your plastic surgeon (or any of the other surgeons) should be able to set you up with an anaesthesia consult so you can have your questions answered.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Is it safe to go under general anesthesia 3 times within 8.5 weeks period? In a healthy person it likely won’t be an issue, but it would be better to discuss this with an anesthesiologist. Your plastic surgeon (or any of the other surgeons) should be able to set you up with an anaesthesia consult so you can have your questions answered.
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May 16, 2018
Answer: Risks Hi, it will depend on the patient's overall health. It is best to get a clearance from your doctor if your body will be able to handle all those procedures you mentioned. Let all the surgeons know about the other procedures you will be undertaking. If you are relatively healthy, then it won't be a problem but make sure to find a board-certified surgeon and discuss realistic goals, expectations, and risks. #RealSelf100
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Answer: Risks Hi, it will depend on the patient's overall health. It is best to get a clearance from your doctor if your body will be able to handle all those procedures you mentioned. Let all the surgeons know about the other procedures you will be undertaking. If you are relatively healthy, then it won't be a problem but make sure to find a board-certified surgeon and discuss realistic goals, expectations, and risks. #RealSelf100
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February 3, 2018
Answer: A number of surgeries Dear Punkybrew777,it should be safe as long as you are in good general health. Your plastic surgeon should be informed and you should discuss your concerns with him/her. Daniel Barrett, MD
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Answer: A number of surgeries Dear Punkybrew777,it should be safe as long as you are in good general health. Your plastic surgeon should be informed and you should discuss your concerns with him/her. Daniel Barrett, MD
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August 10, 2017
Answer: Is it safe to go under general anesthesia 3 times within 8.5 weeks period? Hi Punkybrew777, There are some things that can increase your risks going under anesthesia: you are older, you need major surgery on your heart or lungs, your brain, your major blood vessels, or your bowels, you need emergency surgery, surgery for major trauma or you are very unwell before your operation. If you don't fall into any of these categories so your risk is very low. That being said, you need to make sure each of your surgeons and anesthesiologists know about each of the procedures you have planned, you have completed all required pre-operative testing and they all give you the okay. It's not up to the opinion of us docs online, it's the ones who are directly responsible for your care. Good luck!
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Answer: Is it safe to go under general anesthesia 3 times within 8.5 weeks period? Hi Punkybrew777, There are some things that can increase your risks going under anesthesia: you are older, you need major surgery on your heart or lungs, your brain, your major blood vessels, or your bowels, you need emergency surgery, surgery for major trauma or you are very unwell before your operation. If you don't fall into any of these categories so your risk is very low. That being said, you need to make sure each of your surgeons and anesthesiologists know about each of the procedures you have planned, you have completed all required pre-operative testing and they all give you the okay. It's not up to the opinion of us docs online, it's the ones who are directly responsible for your care. Good luck!
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